‘Baby Reindeer’ star Nava Maui says Terry character ‘inspired me’

Nava Maui opens up about her transformative experience portraying Terry baby reindeerA role which had a deep impact on him personally.

In a recent interview with gqThe actress, who played Donnie Dunn’s ex-girlfriend in Richard Gad’s real-life stalker drama, shared how playing Terry profoundly changed her personality.

Maui expressed, playing Terry changed him “1000%”. “I really had to figure out what was it that kept me from being so confident, and why do I swallow my anger? And where does it go? That inspired me.”

In addition to his personal growth, Maui revealed that a deleted scene gave his character closure.

Terri, a transgender woman who was romantically involved with Donny, faced challenges when their relationship did not work out, leading to their separation.

While viewers sympathized with Terry, some were disappointed that she did not get a happy ending with Donny. However, Maui revealed that a deleted scene brought closure to both her and Terry’s relationship.

Maui revealed, “There was actually another part to Terry and Donnie’s relationship in the script and I played it.”

He said, “Terry leaves Donny a voicemail five months later. So I think, for me, I got closure because Terry did the same thing. It brought me a lot of comfort, knowing that he got closure from their relationship.” I found peace.”

Additionally, Terry’s character found happiness in a new relationship.

baby reindeer It has instantly become a fan favorite following its Netflix debut on April 11.