Emily Atack lit up Instagram this Christmas with a carousel of festive photos that instantly caught the attention of her followers.
The 36-year-old Rivals star shared snapshots of herself in chic outfits, ranging from skinny jeans and a black leather dress to a colorful shrug, paired with images of her Christmas feasts and pub outings with friends.
Captioning the post, Emily wrote, “Christmas – a small selection of some fave outfits and beautifully busy tables that give me heartburn just looking at them.”
While fans loved the holiday vibes, some quickly sparked controversy, speculating that Emily had been using weight-loss injections.
Comments ranged from playful to accusatory, with followers asking if she was on Mounjaro or referencing “skinny jabs.”
Fans Rally in Her Defense
Amid the speculation, a wave of supporters stepped in to defend Emily.
One fan wrote, “Aren’t we over talking about women’s bodies?”
Another commented, “Women can’t win. We are either too fat or too skinny.
Her size or any woman’s size is not for public comment. Let’s just say she is stunning.”
Even celebrity pals joined in. Comedian Katherine Ryan reacted to Emily’s posts with a simple “GIRL” followed by a trail of fire emojis, showing her solidarity with the star.
Navigating Motherhood and Body Expectations
Emily welcomed her first child, a baby boy named Barney, in June 2024 with her scientist fiancé, Alistair Garner.
In the months following the birth, she opened up about the constant scrutiny over her body, revealing in a podcast chat with Jamie Laing in November 2024 how exhausting it was to deal with public expectations.
“There’s something quite liberating about having a baby.
Your body goes through so much, and you genuinely look at it as a completely different vessel,” Emily explained.
She added that despite people asking when she would get back to the gym, her focus was simply enjoying the early days of motherhood.
“Are you kidding? I’ve just created a human! The last thing I want to do is go to the gym.
The first thing people say is, ‘when are you getting your baby weight off?’ Where’s the congratulations for being a mother?”
A Healthy Relationship with Her Body
Emily has always maintained a healthy perspective on her body, though she admitted her breakout role in The Inbetweeners brought unexpected criticism.
Playing Charlotte Hinchcliffe, she quickly became the subject of online chatter about her weight, with even a Facebook page dedicated to discussing it.
“I was a size eight, a tiny little body, but to some people it was the first time they’d seen a girl who wasn’t extremely skinny,” she recalled.
She described the confusing mix of feedback, being praised for her curves by some while being criticized by others, but stressed she never let it affect her eating habits or self-image.
“Luckily I’ve never had any unhealthy eating habits or diets. I’ve had to train my brain to not be influenced by these comments,” Emily shared.
Love Story Spanning Decades
Emily’s personal life has also been in the spotlight.
She got engaged to Alistair Garner last summer, sharing a loved-up Instagram snap that showcased her dazzling diamond ring.
Their relationship spans almost 30 years, intertwined through family ties—Emily’s mother is the sister of Alistair’s stepmother.
Tragically, Alistair’s father passed away in 2023, but the couple’s bond has remained strong.
Emily’s posts show a star who embraces her life, her body, and her relationships on her own terms—despite the endless commentary from the public.
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