The Netflix series Baby Reindeer could have starred Melissa McCarthy as Martha, the stalker at the centre of the show. Richard Gadd’s hit show follows the story of a comedian and bartender and an older female customer, Martha, who becomes obsessed with him - and is reportedly based on Gadd’s own life. British actress Jessica Gunning plays Martha on the show, but according to Variety , Gadd’s agents “pushed aggressively” for Melissa McCarthy to be cast.
“A knowledgeable source says McCarthy met Gadd about the role but ultimately wasn’t interested,” the outlet writes..
