Rivals star Emily Atack shares details from wedding ceremony after addressing dating 'step-cousin' rumours

Emily Atack got hitched this weekend, and the star has shared some stunning photos from the special day.

The Inbetweeners and Rivals star Atack married Alistair Garner on August 22, after going public with their relationship back in 2023.

She described the day as 'absolutely perfect' as they 'officially got married among close family and friends'; however, it seems the celebrations are far from over.

The actress said they have another day in the works as well: "I can’t believe we get to do all that again in a few weeks time. Christ, we have fun don’t we @dralistairgarner," she wrote.

It turns out that the couple first met when they were children, and Atack told The Guardian that he is actually her 'aunt's husband's son by a previous marriage'.

Basically, they're not blood-related at all and are technically step-cousins.

However, that didn't stop the rumour mill from flying with allegations that she was 'dating her cousin'.

She said at the time that the falsehoods were 'really hurtful' at a time that should have been incredibly happy because she had found love.

Atack added that people were 'trying to make out there was something untoward about my relationship'.

"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."

She also shared more on the How to Fail with Elizabeth Day podcast, as she reminisced about reuniting: "I remember meeting him when I was very young, I think I was about five-years-old."

"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."

One of her actual cousins, Lydia Barnes, did her make-up for the big day, sharing some stunning photos of the star.

Lydia wrote: "The most special makeup we’ve ever done. Getting to do @emilyatack ‘s makeup on her wedding day was such an honour. Not just my client, but my cousin and one of my best friends. So happy for you."

She also shared a video that revealed Atack couldn't help but apply her own bronzer.

The star wore a plunging fitted bridal gown, and celebrities, fans and friends alike rushed to praise her and congratulate the happy couple on their big day.

Leigh Francis wrote "Congratulations xxx" while Vicky Pattinson called her a "Goddess".

Ryan Thomas said she looked "Unreal", while Amanda Holden commented "Stun!"

Vanessa Feltz added: "Congratulations! Wishing you love laughter and happiness."

The dressmakers wrote: "Emily came to Evelie Bridal with a clear vision, an elegant gown with a contemporary edge and something unexpected. She found it in JULIETTE, a refined silhouette with statement sleeves and a striking keyhole back."

She shared a series of photos of their cakes, including one which had models of the happy couple.

They also had a vintage car for the ceremony, and a bespoke cocktail menu, and even had their own McDonald's van serving McFlurries.