The Inbetweeners star has been dating scientist Alistair Garner for at least six months
New year, new baby! The Inbetweeners actress Emily Atack announced on Saturday evening that she was pregnant with her first child, sharing an absolutely gorgeous bump picture to Instagram with her exciting news.
But while fans and celebrity friends alike were delighted for the 34-year-old star, her recent absence from social media meant the announcement was a huge surprise. And while there were many questions, one of the biggest trending on social media, was who exactly was the baby’s daddy!
In fact Emily has been dating nuclear scientist Dr Alistair Garner for some time now and the couple are said to be stronger than ever, having recently moved in together to prepare for impending parenthood.
© Mike MarslandWho is Emily Atack’s boyfriend Dr Alistair Garner?
Dr Alistair Garner is a long-haired, handsome scientist who has only been pictured with his showbiz girlfriend once, in September this year. The academic gained his PhD at Manchester University doing a project sponsored by Rolls Royce, before moving on to work as a researcher and lecture there. He currently works for Jacobs as a materials scientist.
© WANOWhile Emily didn’t mention Alistair directly in her pregnancy announcement, she did discuss him indirectly, describing their joint reaction to the baby’s current chilled out vibe and in her announcement that “we’re having a baby”.
“Hello Everyone, it’s been a little while but I’m back with some news,” the former I’m a Celebrity star shared with. her fans. “I’m delighted to share with you all that we’re having a baby!!