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Naomi Ackie Reveals Pressure to Change Hair for 'Mixed Race' Look

Naomi Ackie Reveals Pressure to Change Hair for 'Mixed Race' Look

By Sohaib Shams

BAFTA-winning actress Naomi Ackie has disclosed that a former manager advised her to wear wigs instead of her natural afro hair to appear "more mixed race" during a period of unsuccessful auditions.

Colorism in the Industry

Ackie, who stars in DC's upcoming film "Clayface," shared the experience in a recent interview with The Independent, highlighting colorism within the entertainment industry.

Film Project and Interview

The actress discussed the challenges of the "Clayface" production, including extensive prosthetics work and mastering a Gotham accent, during a cast interview for The Independent's "Trunk of Truth" series.

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