According to the creatives behind the show, fans have been trying to identify the real-life individuals portrayed in the drama, resulting in a flood of false allegations on social media.

One of the stars of the series, Jessica Gunning, who portrays Martha, has called on fans to stop their attempts at identifying the characters. In an interview with BBC Scotland's The Edit, Gunning expressed her frustration over the online speculation, stating that it is "quite sad" and "not the point of the show at all." She emphasized that viewers should connect with the story of Martha and Donny, played by Richard Gadd, rather than engaging in detective work to uncover real identities.

Richard Gadd, the creator and star of "Baby Reindeer," has also cautioned fans against speculating about the real-life people involved. In an Instagram post, Gadd made it clear that identifying the characters is not the intended focus of the show.

Furthermore, Gunning highlighted the efforts made by Netflix to protect the identities of those involved in the series. Pseudonyms were used for the characters, and the streaming platform went to "great lengths" to ensure their privacy. Gunning emphasized that the complexity of the characters in the show reflects the intricacies of real-life individuals, where there are no clear-cut heroes or villains.

Unfortunately, the unwanted speculation surrounding "Baby Reindeer" has resulted in false accusations. Sean Foley, a friend of Richard Gadd and an Olivier Award-winning actor, writer, and director, has been wrongly accused of being a character named Darrien who is depicted as grooming and sexually assaulting Donny. Foley took to Twitter to inform his followers that the police have been notified and that they are now investigating the defamatory and abusive posts made against him.

It is clear that the intentions behind "Baby Reindeer" were not to uncover the real identities of the people involved but rather to tell a compelling and thought-provoking story. As fans continue to enjoy the show, it is important to respect the privacy and creative vision of the individuals behind it, focusing on the profound connections between the characters rather than indulging in baseless speculation.