Richard Gadd discusses school bullying and its impact on his life

Richard Gadd, the creator of Netflix's "Baby Reindeer," shared his experiences of being bullied in school during an interview on Marc Maron’s podcast. He described suffering from severe anxiety due to daily harassment by older students. Gadd recalled being teased for a birthmark on his head and how the bullying escalated to mean songs sung on the school bus. He noted a specific incident where a confrontation led to physical violence after he attempted to retaliate verbally. Despite his difficult past, Gadd's "Baby Reindeer" has gained significant acclaim, winning awards at the 2024 Emmys and Golden Globes. He is also nominated for a Screen Actor’s Guild award for his work on the series.