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Amy Winehouse 's ex-husband, Blake Fielder-Civil has been seen for the first time since the biopic of the late London singer's life began filming last month.
The biopic, called Back to Black, is set to explore the life and career of the late singer - as well as her turbulent love life with Blake.
The role of Amy will be played in the film by actor Marisa Abela, 26, who is best known for her role in BBC show Industry, while Blake is being portrayed by Skins actor, Jack O'Connell.
The cast and crew of Back To Black have been seen filming outside Amy's former home in Camden, North London, with photos from the production having teased a tense scene which features Marisa and Jack playing out Blake's arrest.
Following the release of the production photos, Blake, now 40, has been seen for the first time.
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Blake, who was married to Rehab hitmaker Amy from 2007 to 2009, was spotted running errands in Leeds (SplashNews.com)
Blake, 40, appeared in high spirits (SplashNews.com)Blake, who was married to Rehab hitmaker Amy from 2007 to 2009, has been spotted running errands in Leeds.
The former music video assistant appeared in high spirits as he was seen smiling while walking in the streets.
Never without a cigarette, Blake puffed away as he carried a pair of black headphones in his hands.
The former music video assistant was running errands in Leeds (SplashNews.com)
Blake puffed away on a cigarette (SplashNews.com)Amy's ex-husband wrapped up warm against the chilly February weather as he donned a navy puffer jacket which he paired with some dark blue jeans.
He finished off the casual outfit with a black and yellow baseball cap.
Blake was married to Amy for two years before they divorced in 2009, two years before Amy tragically died of alcohol poisoning.
Blake was married to Amy for two years before they divorced in 2009 (SplashNews.com)
Amy's ex-husband wrapped up warm against the chilly February weather (SplashNews.com)Amy's body was discovered by paramedics at her Camden flat, on August 23rd 2011 and an inquest into her death later revealed that she had died from alcohol poisoning 'more than five times the drink-drive limit'.
Amy was plagued by alcohol and drug addiction during her final years and her struggles are set to be played out in the new biopic, Back To Black.
Recent production photos of the biopic see actress Marisa on set with Jack O'Connell , 32, as the pair are seen shooting a scene in which Jack's character Blake is taken away in handcuffs by police while wearing a checkered shirt and a dark cardigan before being rushed off to a police station.
Amy and Blake were married for two years (Getty Images)
Amy was just 27-years-old when she died of misadventure in 2011Marisa acted distressed in her role, with the actor looking visibly emotional and is said to have been screaming during the scene, which was filmed in London last month.
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It's understood that the scene involves Amy begging officers not to take away her partner.
It comes as Amy's father, Mitch Winehouse, 72, shared his thoughts on the project.
Jack O'Connell is playing Blake in the biopic (channel 4)He told the Mirror: "It's something we're excited about as a family because it will concentrate on Amy's talent. And when all is said and done, that’s what we are left with."
"It will be amazing for fans to relive her genius and introduce her music to a whole new generation."
The film is being directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson - whose credits include the John Lennon biopic Nowhere Boy. Sam has said she's "excited and humbled" to work on the project.