5 Shocking Revelations About Blake Fielder-Civil's Life After Amy Winehouse And The 'Back To Black' Biopic
Blake Fielder-Civil: Biography and Profile Timeline
Blake Fielder-Civil is primarily known as the ex-husband of soul singer Amy Winehouse. Their brief, passionate, and ultimately destructive marriage was the central inspiration for Winehouse’s critically acclaimed *Back to Black* album.
- Full Name: Blake Fielder-Civil (now reportedly goes by Fielder)
- Date of Birth: April 16, 1982
- Age (as of Dec 2025): 43
- Place of Birth: Northamptonshire, England
- Parents: Lance Fielder (Father) and Georgette Civil (Mother)
- Original Profession: Music video production assistant
- Spouse: Amy Winehouse (m. 2007; div. 2009)
- Ex-Partner: Sarah Aspin
- Current Partner: Bay Wright (Reportedly engaged as of 2021)
- Children: Jack Fielder-Civil (b. 2011) and Lola Jade Fielder-Civil (b. 2013), both with Sarah Aspin.
- Key Controversies: Introducing Amy Winehouse to hard drugs, multiple jail sentences for assault and burglary.
The 'Back to Black' Biopic and Fielder-Civil's Surprising Reaction
The 2024 Sam Taylor-Johnson-directed biopic, *Back to Black*, brought the intense romance between Amy Winehouse and Blake Fielder-Civil back into the global spotlight. The film, which starred Marisa Abela as Amy and Jack O’Connell as Blake, was met with mixed reviews, but its depiction of their relationship was a major talking point.
Fielder-Civil’s public reaction to the movie was arguably one of the most surprising updates of 2024. Despite the widespread narrative that he was a negative influence who introduced Winehouse to crack cocaine and heroin, he gave the film his approval.
Actor Jack O’Connell, who played Fielder-Civil, revealed that he had connected with Blake while preparing for the role. O’Connell stated that he found Fielder-Civil to be "very misunderstood." The director and actor's sympathetic portrayal seemed to align with Fielder-Civil’s own view.
In a crucial statement to the media, Fielder-Civil confirmed that he had seen the film and "loved it," even sharing "very moving words" about the experience with the filmmakers. This approval was a significant moment, as it suggested the film offered a more nuanced, less villainous perspective than the one often presented by the British tabloids and even Amy’s father, Mitch Winehouse. The biopic's focus on Camden and the raw, mutual passion that fueled the *Back to Black* album offered a complex look at their tragic romance.
Current Life 2025: A Father in Leeds and a New Identity
Away from the glare of the London music scene and the media frenzy, Blake Fielder-Civil has attempted to build a quieter life. He has reportedly dropped the 'Civil' part of his surname and is now simply known as Blake Fielder.
As of late 2025, Fielder is said to be living in Leeds, England, with his partner, Bay Wright. The couple was reportedly engaged in 2021, marking a fresh chapter in his romantic life following his divorce from Amy Winehouse in 2009 and his subsequent relationship with Sarah Aspin.
Fielder is a dedicated father to two children he shares with his ex-partner, Sarah Aspin: a son, Jack Fielder-Civil, born in 2011, and a daughter, Lola Jade Fielder-Civil, born in 2013. His focus on family and rehabilitation has been a consistent theme in his rare public statements over the last decade.
While his current profession is not widely publicized, his background remains rooted in the entertainment industry as a former music video production assistant. The ongoing attention from the *Back to Black* film has, however, positioned him as an unofficial commentator on Amy Winehouse's legacy, a role he seems to embrace reluctantly.
The Burden of Blame: Fielder-Civil's 2025 Public Statement
The most recent and poignant update regarding Blake Fielder-Civil came in late 2025, during an appearance on the morning talk show *Good Morning Britain*. Fielder-Civil used the platform to address the persistent and heavy burden of public blame he has carried since Amy Winehouse's death in 2011.
He stated unequivocally, "I can’t keep shouldering the blame for Amy’s death." This statement reflects a decade-long struggle with his public image as the primary catalyst for the singer's tragic passing due to alcohol poisoning.
While he has consistently accepted responsibility for introducing Amy to hard drugs, he has also argued that her struggles with addiction and mental health were complex and pre-dated their relationship. His appearance was a continuation of his effort to reframe the narrative, asserting that while he made "huge mistakes," the sole responsibility for her death should not rest on his shoulders.
The controversy surrounding him is a perennial topic, often reignited by the anniversaries of Amy’s death, the success of songs like *Rehab* and *Valerie*, and now the major motion picture. His 2025 comments serve as a powerful, up-to-the-minute reminder that he is actively seeking a form of closure and public redemption, moving on from the "scumbag" label placed upon him by critics and members of the Winehouse family.
Blake Fielder-Civil's life remains inextricably linked to the iconic singer, but his current journey as a father and a man attempting to rebuild his life in Leeds shows a clear path toward a quieter future, even as the shadow of his past continues to follow him across the media landscape.
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