Actress and television personality Emily Atack has showcased a striking new hairstyle, continuing her post-pregnancy transformation in the public eye. The 36-year-old star of The Inbetweeners revealed a voluminous bob in a stylish Instagram post on Thursday, prompting a wave of admiration from followers.
A New Look and Lingering Speculation
Dressed in a simple black outfit, Atack confidently posed for the camera, captioning the snap with the playful pun "Bobviously." The post was quickly flooded with compliments from fans and famous friends alike, including comedian Katherine Ryan, who commented "GIRL" alongside fire emojis, and fellow actress Catherine Tyldesley, who wrote "Fit."
However, the positive reaction to her new look was shadowed by renewed online debate about her physique. Earlier in the week, a separate carousel of festive photos had sparked unfounded claims from some social media users that Atack was using weight-loss injections, often referred to as 'skinny jabs' or mentioned by brand names like Mounjaro.
Fans Rally in Defence Against Body Commentary
While some comments questioned her methods, a significant number of fans rushed to Atack's defence, criticising the public scrutiny of women's bodies. "These comments! Aren't we over talking about women's bodies?" wrote one supporter. Another pointed out the impossible standards, stating, "The thing is, women can't win. We are either too fat or too skinny."
Many expressed frustration that discussions about her appearance overshadowed the content of her posts. "It's amazing that she's posted a whole reel of lovely Xmas photos and 80% of the comments are about her body," noted another follower.
Atack's Previous Comments on Post-Pregnancy Pressure
This is not the first time Emily Atack has addressed public fixation on her weight. The actress, who welcomed her first child, a son named Barney, with scientist fiancé Alistair Garner in June 2024, spoke candidly in a November 2024 podcast interview.
She revealed feeling inundated with questions about losing 'baby weight' just after giving birth. "I've just created a human, I am exhausted!" she told host Jamie Laing on his Great Company podcast. She expressed a desire to simply enjoy motherhood, stating, "I'm not back at the gym at the minute, I've actually put on more weight since giving birth. I'm just enjoying this bit."
Atack also reflected on her early career, recalling how her role on The Inbetweeners led to a Facebook page dedicated to discussing her body. At a size eight, she was labelled 'curvy' in contrast to other actresses, which she found confusing. She has consistently maintained she has a healthy relationship with food and exercise, never dieting due to external criticism.
A representative for Emily Atack has been contacted by the Daily Mail for comment regarding the recent speculation. The star announced her engagement to Alistair Garner, whom she has known for nearly three decades, in the summer of 2023.
