Emily Atack shares heartfelt tribute to 'beautiful and talented' Mya-Lecia Naylor following CBBC star's death aged just 16 By Ellie Phillips For Mailonline Published: 21:42 BST, 17 April 2019 | Updated: 21:42 BST, 17 April 2019 Viewcomments CBBC and Absolutely Fabulous star Mya-Lecia Naylor died aged 16 on Wednesday evening. And, shortly after the news broke, her former Almost Never co-star Emily Atack paid a heartfelt tribute to Mya on Instagram, sharing a picture of the teenage actress and writing: 'So shocked and sad to hear about lovely Mya-Lecia Naylor. 'She was a beautiful and talented girl. A complete joy to be around on the set of Almost Never. Sending all my love to her family & friends. Rest in peace beautiful girl x.' Paying tribute: Emily Atack paid a heartfelt tribute to CBBC and Absolutely Fabulous star Mya-Lecia Naylor, who died aged 16 on Wednesday evening The BBC confirmed the news with a statement on their website, which read: 'We are so sorry to have to tell you that Mya-Lecia, who you will know from "Millie Inbetween" and "Almost Never" has, very sadly, died. 'Mya-Lecia was a much loved part of the BBC Children’s family, and a hugely talented actress, singer and dancer. 'We will miss her enormously and we are sure that you will want to join us in sending all our love to her family and friends.' She was best known for her role as Fran in CBBC's Millie Inbetween, and was a budding model and singer. Emotional: 'So shocked and sad to hear about lovely Mya-Lecia Naylor. 'She was a beautiful and talented girl. A complete joy to be around on the set of Almost Never' Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site dailymail and under his responsibility