# Baby Reindeer Defamation Suit Reopened

> Fiona Harvey's amended complaint restarts Netflix's defamation case over 'Baby Reindeer' portrayal of her as Martha.
- Title: Baby Reindeer Defamation Suit Reopened · TheWrap | Shortify
- Summary: Fiona Harvey's amended complaint restarts Netflix's defamation case over 'Baby Reindeer' portrayal of her as Martha.
- Keywords: baby reindeer, fiona harvey, netflix, defamation suit, martha inspiration, central district of california court, TheWrap
- Source: TheWrap — https://thewrap.com/industry-news/public-policy-legal/baby-reindeer-defamation-suit-reopened-martha-inspiration-amended-complaint
- Author: Tess Patton
- Published: 2026-11-06T02:47:09+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: baby reindeer, fiona harvey, netflix, defamation suit, martha inspiration, central district of california court, entertainment, culture, business
## Amended Complaint Filed
Fiona Harvey filed a 20-page amended complaint against Netflix after the streamer claimed her initial defamation suit lacked provably false statements.
## Case Timeline
The defamation case was expected to go to trial in May 2025 but an appeal by Netflix halted proceedings at the Central District of California Court.
## Harvey's Claim
Harvey argues Netflix marketed 'Baby Reindeer' as a true story while knowingly including fabricated events and criminal allegations about her.
## Key takeaway

Fiona Harvey filed a 20-page amended complaint against Netflix after the streamer claimed her initial defamation suit lacked provably false statements.