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Marisa Abela Shares How Public Scrutiny Impacted Her Portrayal of Amy Winehouse in 'Back to Black' (Exclusive)


The actress spoke with ET from the NYC premiere of 'Back to Black' on Tuesday.

The 27-year-old English actress spoke with ET's Rachel Smith at the New York City premiere of the biopic and explained how Winehouse's fans -- herself included -- informed her approach to playing the British-born singer-songwriter. After a clip was released earlier this year in which the Industry star can be heard lending her own voice to sing "Stronger Than Me," many social media users questioned the decision to not use the Winehouse's vocals. Amy Winehouse at Glastonbury in 2008 - Getty ImagesAs she celebrates the wrap of the press tour for the film, the actress offered up a piece of advice to any actor or singer who may be preparing to take on the role of a music icon or otherwise.

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