Nava Mau, star of ‘Baby Reindeer’, reflects on her groundbreaking Emmy nomination

Mau credited Gadd’s writing for helping her understand Teri’s character in the series Baby Reindeer, and even created a backstory for Teri based on her own experiences. The series explores themes of internalized homophobia and shame, as Donny struggles to balance his relationship with Teri and his anxiety over Martha’s constant presence in his life. Despite its success, the show has faced controversy, with a lawsuit claiming defamation from a real-life inspiration for Martha. Mau believes the show is about the human condition and hopes people will let the series speak for itself. The cast and crew have received critical acclaim and Emmy nominations. Mau’s career has also benefited from the show’s success, with offers for diverse roles in other projects. As a trans woman, Mau hopes for more representation that showcases the humor and spirit of trans people and moves away from the typical tragic narratives in mainstream media.

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