"Emily Atack Ties the Knot and Shuts Down Cousin Dating Rumors—But Just Wait Till You Hear What Happened Next!"
Added on August 23, 2026 inFree CelebrityNews
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When it comes to love stories, could there be a more cosmic alignment than that of a beloved TV character finally tying the knot with the childhood sweetheart who’s been circling back into the stars? On August 23rd, the charming Emily Atack, best known for portraying Charlotte Hinchcliffe, took to Instagram to share a glimpse of her wedding to Alistair Garner, celebrating with their closest family and friends. Described by Atack as “absolutely perfect,” this day might just be one for the astrological books—so is it any wonder they’re planning a grander celebration in Spain soon? If you’ve ever entertained the thought of the universe conspiring for your love life, then Atack’s romance—complete with childhood memories and a dash of family intrigue—might just make you believe in fate a little more. Curious to dive deeper into the details? LEARN MORE.
Charlotte Hinchcliffe has tied the knot! Well, the actor who played her has – the iconic Emily Atack, of course.
The 36-year-old took to Instagram this afternoon (23 August) to share snaps of Alistair Garner and her wedding that took place yesterday.
Atack described the day as ‘absolutely perfect’ as she said they ‘officially got married among close family and friends’.
And it seems there might be a bigger wedding on the cards soon too, as she added: “I can’t believe we get to do all that again in a few weeks time. Christ, we have fun don’t we @dralistairgarner.”
The pair have known each other since they were kids and reconnected back in 2022. The Inbetweeners actor has previously had set the record straight on their relationship following ‘hurtful’ allegations she was dating her cousin.
Speculation spiralled when Atack and Garner went public with their romance in September 2023 and she later clarified they are ‘not related in any way’.
“There were so many articles which were really hurtful, trying to make out there was something untoward about my relationship,” Atack told The Guardian in 2024.
“There were headlines saying that I was dating my cousin, which is very damaging, very awful. We’re not related in any way. I think some family members found that very tough.”
Basically, the pair are technically step-cousins.
Atack’s mum, actor Kate Robbins, is the sister of Garner’s step-mum, Jane Garner.
So, as the star has repeatedly clarified, the couple are ‘not blood related’.
And she reiterated this on the How to Fail with Elizabeth Day podcast earlier this year as she spoke about their origin story.
The pair are set to wed in a bigger ceremony in Spain. (emilyatack/Instagram)
“I remember meeting him when I was very young, I think I was about five-years-old,” Atack said. “That might sound strange to some people, but you know, we were just kids then and we would just play together.
“So we reconnected as adults, but kind of going…we’ve got such a connection and it’s a bit confusing and a bit odd, but we really fancy each other.”
The couple now share two-year-old son, Barney James Garner, with Atack occasionally sharing adorable updates of family life.
The Rivals star looked stunning in her white gown and veil outside of the church yesterday, with the big ceremony set to take place in Spain next month. But they did treat guests yesterday to their very own McDonald’s van with McFlurrys in the garden.
Iconic. (Instagram/emilyatack)
And while it’s likely there’ll be plenty of celebs there, there won’t be any kids at the three-day ceremony.
Atack was on The Romesh Ranganathan Show podcast when she revealed: “We’re being kind to our friends and making sure that people don’t have to worry too much about paying for lots of things, but we have said no kids at the wedding, no children.”
She was ready for this to be controversial though and ended up ‘surprised’ by how many of her guests were ‘happy about that’ condition.
“I thought I’d get a lot of people kicking off, but they’re like, ‘no, f those kids’,” the star added.
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