“WE DIDN’T DO IT FOR SHOCK — WE DID IT FOR THE STORY.” — EMILY ATACK’S DARING TENNIS SCENE IN RIVALS SENDS THE TENNIS WORLD INTO A FRENZY Disney+’s breakout drama Rivals has sparked massive online conversation after actress Emily Atack delivered one of the series’ most talked-about moments — a bold, “all-natural” tennis match that instantly went viral. The unexpected scene, which features a full-frontal nude sequence on the court, quickly became the show’s most controversial and widely shared moment. Atack later revealed that the production approached the scene carefully and professionally, working closely with intimacy coordinators to ensure the cast felt safe and comfortable during filming. According to the actress, the choice wasn’t about shock value but about serving the character and the raw energy of the story being told. In a sport traditionally known for strict dress codes and iconic all-white outfits, Rivals flipped expectations completely, delivering a moment that audiences are still debating across social media as the series continues to dominate streaming charts…

EMILY Atack has won a legion of fans during her career thanks to her roles in The Inbetweeners, Rivals and appearing on I’m a Celebrity.

The blonde beauty treated fans to a topless photo of herself over the festive season, enjoying a hot tub during a luxury escape.

Emily Atack attends the UK special screening of "Rivals" at the Ham Yard Hotel.
Emily Atack has never been afraid to embrace a sex scene during her careerCredit: Getty
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Emily shared a cheeky photo while checking in at The Tawny Hotel over New YearCredit: Instagram
Emily Atack and a co-star in bed, partially covered by a sheet.
She had an infamous sex scene in The InbetweenersCredit: Channel 4
Emily Atack as Colleen lying in bed in 'Lost In Florence.'
Emily also got intimate in 2017 film Lost in FlorenceCredit: refer to caption

But it’s not the first time we’ve seen Atack bare a bit of skin for the camera.

The 36-year-old rose to fame as Charlotte Hinchcliffe in E4 comedy The Inbetweeners and has never looked back.

As well as showing off her acting skills and comedic timing, Emily hasn’t been afraid to flash a bit of flesh and embrace a sex scene or two.

Here, we look back on some of her sexiest scenes.

Rivals

Emily Atack nude with a tennis racket, looking surprised.
Emily had a full-frontal nudity scene in Rivals, as her character played a game of naked tennisCredit: disney+
Emily Atack goes fully nude in the premiere episode of the new TV series 'Rivals' -
She left little to the imagination as Sarah Stratton in the hit Disney+ seriesCredit: Planet Photos
A woman in a black bra and patterned shirt talking to a man.
She also showed off her sizeable chest in a black bra for a sex scene in a dressing room

Rivals was a huge hit for Disney+ when it launched in October 2024, thanks in part to its numerous raunchy scenes.

Based on Jilly Cooper’s famous Rutshire book series, there was never any doubt that the on-screen screens would match the filthy page material.

Emily played Sarah Stratton – the wife of the deputy prime minister -who featured in a couple of memorable moments, including the naked tennis scene in episode one.

The scene featured a full frontal nude shot as she played tennis with main character Rupert Campbell-Black, played by Alex Hassell.

The two are seen absolutely starkers hitting the ball back-and-forth with one another, before being interrupted by teenager Taggy (played by Bella Maclean).

Upon Taggy’s arrival, Emily’s Sarah gasps and quickly goes to cover her assets with her hands – but not before audiences are treated to a generous eyeful.

The gorgeous curvy blonde then turns and runs away, in an attempt to further cover up, baring her naked arse in the process.

Discussing the nude scenes, she told Digital Spy: “[They] are a huge part of this, but there’s always a reason for them.

“We’re not just getting our kit off for no reason. They’re very integral to the storylines and characters.”

She continued: “We had intimacy coordinators, which is something that actually, I’ve never experienced before, which was really great to see how far we’ve come in that sense.

“I couldn’t have felt more comfortable and looked after, and it was fun, great fun. It was summernice and warm.

“I had a great spray tan – off to the races.”

Another scene saw her having sex in a dressing room, flashing her bouncy assets in a black bra as she strips off for the romp.

Lost in Florence

Colleen and Eric embrace in bed.
Emily’s character Colleen had some raunchy scenes with on-screen lover EricCredit: refer to caption
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The couple enjoyed a romp in the romantic city of FlorenceCredit: refer to caption

In 2017, Emily starred in movie Lost in Florence as a character called Colleen.

The role required her to get frisky with on-screen boyfriend Eric (Brett Dalton) in a series of racy bedroom scenes.

In one moment, she straddles her beau topless, as he grabs her breasts before pulling her down on top of him.

The racy scenes include several close ups of Emily’s generous chest, as she writhes and moans with pleasure.

After their romp he leaves, and she then lies in the bed naked with dishevelled sexy bedhair.

The Inbetweeners

Emily Atack in bed with a co-star.
Emily played Charlotte “Big Jugs” Hinchcliffe in The InbetweenersCredit: Channel 4
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Charlotte secretly giggled at Will’s technique as she took his virginity on the showCredit: Channel 4

Emily also took on a sex scene in her first major role as Charlotte “Big Jugs” Hinchcliffe in The Inbetweeners.

The show saw the awkward teens navigating their first relationships, and one infamous scene saw Simon Bird‘s character Will McKenzie lose his virginity to Charlotte, despite having no clue what he was doing.

Slightly more experienced with the act than her beau, Charlotte hilariously instructs Will to “move just his hips” in the scene after awkwardly propelling his whole body on her.

Emily was just 17-years-old at the time of filming, while co-star Bird was in his early twenties.

Other cast members also had to film sex scenes, and Emily revealed in an interview that one of them got a little too excited at one point.

During a chat on Shopping with Keith Lemon, she said: “I don’t mind doing scenes like that at all, you just get to lie in bed all day with a nice boy, it’s great.”

She continued: “Well do you know what they say, the men, when you’re about to do a sex scene, they go, ‘look, I’m sorry if it happens and I’m sorry if it doesn’t’ because they also don’t want you to be offended if it doesn’t happen, because I would be f**king livid!”

Keith then asked if any of four Inbetweeners lads got an erection during filming, and she replied one did, but refused to name names.

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Emily had a sex scene in 2017 film Lost in FlorenceCredit: refer to caption
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She had a recent memorable scene in season one of Rivals, where she appeared totally nakedCredit: Disney

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