November 3rd 2024.
Emily Atack, in an interview, opened up about the negative comments she has received regarding her appearance in the new TV series, Rivals. The show, which premiered on Disney Plus on October 18th, has already garnered a lot of attention from viewers, with some calling it a "daft bonk fest" and others completely obsessed with its comedic tone.
At the age of 34, Emily plays the role of Sarah Stratton, the wife of a local MP who has a habit of having affairs with men who work at the local TV station. In one particular scene, Emily's character is seen playing a game of naked tennis, alongside a fully naked co-star, Alex Hassel. The scene, which was hailed as cheeky and bold by fans, has also brought forth a lot of sexually aggressive comments and criticism directed at Emily.
In an interview with The Sunday Times, Emily shared her thoughts on the matter, saying that she knew that something like this would happen, but not this quickly. She explained that she was just doing her job and that the scene was integral to the book. However, she also revealed that she has been receiving horrific comments and that she believes she should be able to do a scene like this without receiving any negative attention.
Emily then recalled an alarming incident where a woman told her to "pick a lane" and not expect to receive messages when she takes on a racy role and gets her clothes off. She added that she shouldn't have to quit her job just because she has to deal with such comments. Emily also pointed out the double standards for women, saying that they always have to change their clothes or routes to avoid unwanted attention, while men don't have to face such situations.
The star, who has been in the public eye for many years, has faced abuse ever since she first gained fame for her role as Charlotte Hinchcliffe in The Inbetweeners. In 2020, she also made a documentary called Asking for It? which shed light on the extent of the abuse she has received and how abusers assume she wants to receive their messages.
Speaking to The Times, Emily also mentioned that online abuse directed at her has spiked during the lockdown, which made her feel like she was being sexually assaulted hundreds of times a day. She also shared that she felt like she couldn't speak up about it because there were more important things happening in the world, such as people dying and loved ones being separated.
Despite the negative attention, Emily is proud of her work in Rivals and is glad to have taken on such a bold and daring role. She even jokes that she was so comfortable on set that she would "relax with her knockers out." The show, which she believes is more than just a "daft bonk fest," is available to stream on Disney Plus. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, you can get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing them, calling, or visiting their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you.
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