Winehouse has been credited as being an influence in the rise in popularity of female musicians
and soul music and revitalising British music.
Winehouse's distinctive style has been the muse for fashion designers such as Karl Lagerfeld.
The singer's problems with drug and alcohol abuse, as well as self-destructive behaviour, have become regular tabloid news since 2007.
She and her former husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, were plagued by legal troubles
that left him serving prison time. In 2008, Winehouse faced a series of health complications
that threatened both her career and her life.[13]
"Police were called by London Ambulance Service to an address in Camden Square NW1
shortly before 16.05hrs today, Saturday 23 July, following reports of a woman found deceased.
On arrival officers found the body of a 27-year-old female
who was pronounced dead at the scene.
who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Enquiries continue into the circumstances of the death. At this early stage it is
being treated as unexplained."
RIP Amy winehouse
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