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Who is Amy Winehouse?
Five Grammy Awards were won by Amy Winehouse for her album Back to Black, which was a product of her talent as a singer-songwriter. Her most well-known album, unfortunately, was the last one released during her lifetime before she tragically succumbed to an accidental alcohol overdose. Her family’s musical background gave her constant encouragement to pursue her musical endeavors. At the Sylvia Young Theatre School, she was trained and appeared in an episode of The Fast Show alongside her classmates.
When she was 13 years old, she began playing the guitar and soon began writing her own music. The 1960s girl groups were admired by her, and she even imitated their style of dressing. Her debut album was named Frank because she is a big fan of Frank Sinatra. Frank achieved a significant amount of success, but her second album Back to Black achieved even greater success. Five Grammy Awards were won by the album, which was nominated for six. The talented artist with a deep contralto voice seemed to have the potential to reach even greater heights, but alcoholism took her life early.
| Real Name/Full Name | Amy Jade Winehouse |
| Date Of Birth | 14 September 1983 |
| Died | 23 July 2011 |
| Age | 42 years old |
| Birthplace | Enfield, United Kingdom. |
| Nationality | British. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo |
| Father Name | Mitchell Winehouse |
| Mother Name | Janis Winehouse |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Eye Color | Hazel |
| Height | 5 feet 3 inch |
| Weight | 57 kg |
| Marital Status | Divorced. |
| Spouse | Blake Fielder-Civil (M: 2007 to Div: 2009) |
| Siblings | Alex Winehouse |
| Profession | Singer, and Song Writer. |
| Net worth | $10 Million. |
Biography
Amy Jade Winehouse’s birth date is September 14, 1983 in Southgate, North London, England. Her family tree was a mixture of Polish Jewish and Russian Jewish roots, with her father, Mitchell Winehouse, being of Polish Jewish descent and her mother, Janis Winehouse (née Seaton), having some Russian Jewish ancestry.
Mitchell, her father, began working as a taxi driver before eventually switching to window installation, while Janis, her mother, operated a pharmacy. The Amy Winehouse Foundation was created by Janis following Amy’s passing. Alex Winehouse, Amy’s older brother who is also involved in the music industry, had a close bond with Amy.
Amy was expelled from Osidge JMI School and Sylvia Young Theatre School for failing to apply and getting a nose piercing. After leaving Southgate School, she moved to another school and left again before finishing her studies.
Her focus increasingly turned towards music, leading her to the BRIT School for Performing Arts & Technology in Croydon, known for nurturing talents in performing arts, though she left there as well without completing her education, choosing instead to pursue her burgeoning music career.
Personal Life
Amy’s private life was frequently in the spotlight, particularly her turbulent relationship with Blake Fielder-Civil. In 2007, the couple got married, but they divorced in 2009. Public spats and legal issues were a regular part of their relationship, with Blake admitting to having introduced Amy to hard drugs.
Career
As a teenager, she started working, with one of her first jobs being an entertainment journalist for the World Entertainment News Network. In addition, she performed as a singer with local bands. Her demo tapes were sent to an A&R person by her friend Tyler James in 2002, which resulted in her signing with Simon Fuller’s 19 Management. Even though she was meant to be kept a recording industry secret, her recordings were accidentally heard by the A&R man at Island/Universal who became keen on signing the young artist.
In 2003, she signed with Island Records to release her debut album ‘Frank’, which was named in honor of her idol Frank Sinatra. Jazz, hip-hop, and soul music were a part of the mix on the album. Several prizes and nominations were won and positive reviews were given to it. During this time, she also began to receive media attention for her substance abuse problems. Following the release of her debut album, she experienced a period of heavy drinking, drug addiction, eating disorders, and mood swings, which worsened in 2005. Her second album, ‘Back to Black’ was out in 2006. The album received critical acclaim and became a significant commercial success. Numerous Grammy Awards were won by her for it.
Her health was impacted by her heavy smoking and drinking habits, as well as her use of illegal drugs such as heroin, ecstasy, cocaine, and other substances. Her ill health caused her to cancel several of her shows and tours in 2007. In early 2008, she claimed to have stopped using illegal drugs, but then she started binge drinking. As she progressed, her drinking habits worsened and she developed a pattern of abstinence and then relapsing. In December 2011, Island Records released a posthumous compilation album called ‘Lioness: Hidden Treasures’ The album made its debut at No. 1 in the UK. Albums Chart.
Amy’s music and the stories it tells are still a source of influence. Amy, the Academy Award-winning documentary, and Back to Black, which are both biopics, were inspired by her life. The Amy Winehouse Foundation, set up in her honor, continues to honor her legacy by aiding young people who are struggling with addiction, ensuring her influence goes beyond music.
Death
Amy Winehouse’s death was determined to have been caused by accidental alcohol poisoning. She was found unresponsive in her London home on July 23, 2011. Despite being well-known for her struggles with alcohol and drug addiction, she had recently completed a rehabilitation program and is reportedly trying to maintain her sobriety.
The coroner’s report stated that she had consumed a significant amount of alcohol, leading to her death at the age of 27. She became a member of the prestigious ’27 Club’ consisting of musicians who passed away at that age.
Net Worth
Amy Winehouse’s net worth was estimated to be $10 million when she passed away in 2011. Her wealth was primarily derived from her albums, singles, and live performances. Her endorsements of Puma, Motorola, and other prominent commercial brands earned her recognition. In addition, she was proficient at writing songs and producing them.
