Emily Atack has shared a deeply moving tribute to her former boyfriend Charlie Edwards following his death, describing the 27-year-old as a "beautiful boy, beautiful soul" in an emotional Instagram post on Thursday evening.
The 36-year-old actress revealed her devastation at losing someone who had remained a constant presence in her life despite their romantic relationship ending years ago.
"Charlie you were my friend. You were ALWAYS there for me. You dropped everything so many times to come and be with me," she wrote.
The Inbetweeners star added: "I can only hope and pray that you have found some peace."
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Emily Atack shared the emotional tribute to her Instagram story
| GETTYMr Edwards brother Jack, broke the news of his sibling's passing on social media, revealing that the tattoo artist had "fought a hard and long battle with his mental health."
"I am speechless to be honest with you. And I don't think it will ever feel real," Jack told his followers.
He added: "But I am so sorry to everyone to have to tell you."
The tattoo artist had amassed a substantial following of 229,000 on Instagram, where he showcased his work.
Charlie Edwards death was announced by his brother via social media
|His final post, shared just two weeks before his death, promoted availability for sessions in Grimsby during March and April.
Beneath that post, devastated followers left messages of condolence, with one writing: "God bless you. Rest in peace, beautiful soul."
Ms Atack and Mr Edwards became romantically linked in October 2021 after being photographed kissing during a night out in London.
The pair had been introduced through mutual friends, with Charlie initially wooing the actress via Instagram before they began dating.
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Emily Atack's Instagram story on Thursday
|Their relationship lasted approximately three months before coming to an end, with sources at the time attributing the split to Ms Attacks' demanding work commitments.
"She was really into Charlie, who is obviously very handsome, and there was a good spark there, but it's definitely over," a source told The Sun at the time.
Despite parting ways romantically, the two maintained a close friendship.
Ms Atack revealed that they would spend "hours on end on the phone about absolutely everything."
The actress has since found happiness with scientist Alistair Garner, whom she met in 2022.
The couple became engaged in 2025 and welcomed their son Barney, who is now one year old.
Reports suggest the pair are planning to wed in Spain this summer.
Emily Atack said she is devastated by the news
| GETTYProfessionally, Ms Atack continues to expand her career, with a role in the second series of Rivals set to air later this year.
She plays Sarah Stratton, a 1980s television presenter, in the drama.
When the trailer dropped in February, she teased viewers with the line: "Welcome to the naughtiest show on television."