In the gripping conclusion of the Netflix series ‘Baby Reindeer,’ Donny grapples with the weight of his past. Visiting his parents in Scotland, he unburdens himself of the secrets he revealed in a viral breakdown video, leaving his father and mother reeling.
Donny’s confession encompasses the torment inflicted upon him by a stalker, his struggle with sexuality, the complexities of his relationship with Teri, and the harrowing revelation of his own rape. Amidst the turmoil, he expresses his fear of being perceived as less of a man in the eyes of his parents.
To his surprise, however, his father’s response is both unexpected and deeply moving. With tears streaming down his face, he asks Donny, ‘Would you see me as less of one? I grew up in the Catholic Church.’ This poignant line, though lacking explicit details, bears the weight of untold trauma and the shadows of institutional abuse.
The impact of this revelation has resonated with viewers, many of whom were initially perplexed by the father’s words. As the full weight of the implications sank in, shock and empathy washed over them. Viewers expressed their emotional responses online, with one stating, ‘When he said he grew up in the Catholic Church… I just like felt my heart drop. Baby Reindeer is not for the weak.’
While Donny’s parents remain his staunch supporters, he has expressed reservations about them watching the series, given its harrowing content. He has jokingly warned them that he possesses a sixth sense, enabling him to detect whether they have indulged in a viewing marathon of ‘Baby Reindeer.’
