Richard Gadd
United KingdomcomedianMaleb. 19865.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Richard Gadd is a Scottish comedian and writer known for his unique blend of humor and introspective storytelling. He gained significant attention for his solo shows, which often explore complex themes such as mental health and personal trauma. Gadd's work has not only earned him critical acclaim but also sparked conversations about the boundaries between comedy and serious topics. His recent show, 'Baby Reindeer,' highlights his experiences with stalking, further demonstrating his ability to weave personal narratives into compelling performance art.
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Richard Gadd was a comedian and Baby Reindeer was based on his Edinburgh show of the same name.
‘Pure, unyielding torture pornography’: is Half Man too unpleasant to be good TV? | TelevisionUnited Kingdom· 2026-06-02
The show says it was based on real-life events experienced by the show's creator, Richard Gadd, who also plays the lead character.
Someone thought I was actually the woman from Baby Reindeer and screamed in my face, says actressUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-24
Richard Gadd is acclaimed after the international success of Baby Reindeer on Netflix and is already working on his new television project.
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Andorra· 2025-08-25
Richard Gadd is the creator of the Netflix smash Baby Reindeer and has just finished shooting his new series, Half Man.
Baby Reindeer creator Richard Gadd shares secret of making hit TV
Australia· 2025-07-14
Richard Gadd plays Donny Dunn in 'Baby Reindeer', revealing he’s the victim of abuse.
Anatomy of a Comedy Cliché
United States· 2025-07-02
Richard Gadd is performing at the Free Fringe, which keeps the spirit of the old fringe alive.
Edinburgh festival 2025: 20 golden comedy shows to see this summer | Edinburgh festival 2025United Kingdom· 2025-06-30
Richard Gadd is mentioned as a best actor nominee in the Bafta TV special.
‘We have so many talented black British actors who had to leave in order to work’: Sharon D Clarke on typecasting, industry tensions, and the truthfulness of Mr Loverman | BaftasUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-11
Richard Gadd has gone from niche Scottish comedian to global megastar, thanks to the viral success of his autobiographical miniseries Baby Reindeer.
‘At times, the pressure was intolerable’: Baby Reindeer’s Richard Gadd on paranoia, portraying abuse and the madness of sudden fame | BaftasUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-11
Richard Gadd is nominated for his performance in Baby Reindeer.
Baby Reindeer and Mr Bates vs the Post Office to go head to headUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-11
Richard Gadd is nominated for best actor at the Bafta Television Awards.
Billie Piper on toxic masculinity, raising teens, and playing complex characters: ‘I’ve been a woman on the edge – I’m not afraid of it!’ | BaftasUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-10
Richard Gadd is a best actor nominee at the Bafta Television Awards featured alongside David Tennant.
David Tennant on sex scenes, Doctor Who and his run-in with Kemi Badenoch: ‘The trans debate has become unnecessarily cruel’ | BaftasUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-10
Richard Gadd is nominated for best actor at the Bafta Television Awards.
‘There’s a battle going on for the soul of America’: actor Lennie James on political turmoil, zombie terrors and being a black Brit in the US | BaftasUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-10
Richard Gadd is one of the best actor nominees at the Bafta Television Awards.
Marisa Abela on consent, cancelled shows and playing Industry’s troubled heroine: ‘Thank God I’m not as cold-hearted as Yasmin’ | BaftasUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-09
Richard Gadd is nominated for best actor and is also the show's creator.
Baby Reindeer leads TV Bafta nominationsUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-27
Richard Gadd’s Baby Reindeer received the most nominations, including a leading actor nod for his role as Donny Dunn.
Lola Petticrew, Graham Norton, Nicola Coughlan among Irish nominated – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-03-27
Richard Gadd's TV adaptation of his solo stage show, Baby Reindeer, started a loud conversation.
Adolescence, the backlash: the nightmare of making hit TV in terrifying times | AdolescenceUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-25
Richard Gadd is the creator of the series 'Rentierbaby', which is mentioned as a previous hit on Netflix.
Warum diese Netflix-Serie alle in den Bann zieht
Luxembourg· 2025-03-21
Richard Gadd is the creator of the series 'Rentierbaby', which was a surprise hit on Netflix.
„Adolescence“: Kinderzimmerkiller ist Netflix-Hit | Luxemburger WortLuxembourg· 2025-03-21
Richard Gadd is nominated for his performance in 'Baby Reindeer'.
SAG Awards 2025: See who won (LIVE UPDATES)United States· 2025-02-24
Richard Gadd picked up several prizes for his performance in 'Baby Reindeer.'
Oscar favorite ‘Anora’ wins best film, director and actor at the Independent Spirit Awards
Canada· 2025-02-23
Richard Gadd was recognized for his performance in Baby Reindeer.
Anora cheira a filme Spirit com mais uma vitória na temporada de prémios | Cinema
Portugal· 2025-02-23
Richard Gadd won Best Lead Performance in a New Scripted Series for 'Baby Reindeer'.
2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards: Complete Winners ListUnited States· 2025-02-23
Richard Gadd is nominated for his role in 'Baby Reindeer'.
SAG Awards 2025: lista de nominados en cine y TV | SALTAR-INTRO
Peru· 2025-02-20
Richard Gadd is a Scottish comedian whose life inspired another Netflix show called 'Baby Reindeer'.
Why the ‘true-ish’ story of Belle Gibson needed to be told – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-12
