Emily Atack expresses profound grief over the sudden death of her close friend and former boyfriend, Charlie Edwards.
The actress, recognized from The Inbetweeners and starring in the upcoming Rivals series, shared a touching Instagram post on Thursday, March 26. The photo shows Charlie smiling brightly at the camera with Emily’s hand on his shoulder.
In the caption, she writes: “This is devastating to write. Charlie you were my friend. You were always there for me. You dropped everything so many times to come and be with me. We talked for hours on end on the phone about absolutely everything. We helped each other. You were funny, so smart, so talented and caring. I can only hope and pray that you have found some peace.”
Emily adds her sorrow for his family: “My heart breaks for your family who will forever be so proud of you. Beautiful boy, beautiful soul. I’m so so sorry. Rest in peace Charlie.”
Their Past Romance
Emily and Charlie, a skilled tattoo artist, shared a three-month relationship in 2021. Witnesses spotted them kissing that year, but her busy schedule led to the end. They maintained a strong friendship afterward.
Sources close to the couple note a genuine spark and Emily’s strong attraction to the handsome artist, though the romance concluded definitively.
Charlie’s Tattoo Career
Charlie’s Instagram page featured his impressive tattoo designs and drew a loyal following. His final post, shared two weeks earlier, offered appointments in Grimsby for March and April. Comments now overflow with tributes, including “God bless you. Rest in peace beautiful soul” and “May you rest in peace.”
Emily’s Current Life
Emily is engaged to Alistair Garner, father of their son Barney. The pair plans a summer wedding in Spain.
On screen, she portrays 1980s TV presenter Sarah Stratton in Rivals series two. The February trailer includes her line: “Welcome to the naughtiest show on television.”
