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4f. Amy pictured with her father Mitch Winehouse

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4f. Amy pictured with her father Mitch Winehouse

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It is important to acknowledge how Amy's relationship with her father also contributed to her star image. From this picture, we see how Amy loved her father and looked up to him. Mitch was very influential in Amy's life and was the key decision-maker throughout moments in her career. Since her death, he has been accused of pushing Amy too far when she needed a break, subsequently perpetuating her 'failing star' image.

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This chapter explores a post-feminist perspective, examining the role and characteristics of female stars in film. It is relevant to Amy Winehouse's star image as it comments on how women are defined by their private and domestic affairs. This is prominent in Amy's career where she is constantly analysed through her personal relationships.

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This article explores the construction of Winehouse's star images and various personas in detail, with regular reference to the 2015 documentary 'Amy' created by Asif Kapadia.

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The dissonant personas of a female celebrity Amy and the public self of Amy Winehouse

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This chapter explores celebrity as a 'commodity 'and how the nature of the industry they are in is a key factor in shaping the star image. This can be seen in Amy's career where gossip from the tabloids affects the perceptions of the public thus impacting her star image.

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This chapter comments on how a star possesses different identities and how their image can change and shift, which is evident throughout Amy's life.

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5f. The comments section of YouTube videos of Amy's performances displays fans' adoration for the late singer and a sense of regret that she was not supported. 

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5f. The comments section of YouTube videos of Amy's performances displays fans' adoration for the late singer and a sense of regret that she was not supported. 

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The Amy Winehouse Foundation is a charity which helps those struggling with addiction, supports recovery homes for women, provides music therapy to children and more. This highlights how Amy's star image since her death has evolved into that of a figure who still contributes to society with her past experiences and acting as valuable life lessons to help others.

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Become a part of Amy's legacySupport our work and help to change the lives of young people.Learn moreResilience work with young people Helping young people to make informed choices about drugs and alcohol. Learn moreAmy's Place - Recovery housing for young women Giving women a safe place to recover from addiction.

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Since her death, Amy has been included as a member of the '27 club' a list of famous musicians who died at the age of 27 with similar causes of death associated with substance abuse. Amidst other legends such as Kurt Cobain, Janis Joplin and Jimmi Hendrix, Amy's star image is now associated with this group of individuals who are recognised as musical greats gone well before their time. Arguably, by being a part of this cultural 'club' which has been well discussed in the media, Amy's legacy has become even more prominent and legendary.

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Music Legends Who Lived Fast and Died at 27

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5g. Sky news report 10 years on from Amy's death

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5g. Sky news report 10 years on from Amy's death

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Report features guests Jools Holland and one of Amy's backing vocalist Zalon Thompson. The guests pay tribute to Amy as a friend and artist. When prompted to talk about her struggles with addiction, Jools veers away from the topic stating 'I'd rather focus on remembering the greatness about her'. This further exemplifies how Amy's star image has been glorified since her death, with many attempting to move past her issues with addiction, contrasting to the fixation on this topic when she was alive.

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Amy Winehouse: 'A voice like hers comes once in 50 years'

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5d. Article published by the Guardian in April 2021

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5d. Article published by the Guardian in April 2021

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In this article, we hear from a devoted fan reminiscing on how Amy's music was a huge part of her life and guided her through difficult times. It touches on feelings of rage felt due to the ignorance of the media who completely dismissed Amy's mental health problems as well as the pain and disbelief felt upon hearing about her death. This exemplifies how Winehouses's fans did not just admire her, they felt connected with her on a deeper level. Her honest and authentic image led many fans to view her as a friend, making her death a significant and traumatic moment.

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eleased when I was 14, Amy Winehouse's debut album offered a bridge from the tween-pop I grew up on to an intriguing adult world rich with sophistication. Back then, I didn't understand all the lyrics - who was "Badu"? What was a "Moschino bra"? - but that only added to the alluring sense that I was instantly cooler for listening. I spent many evenings in my bedroom trying to mimic Amy's unfathomably syllable-packed rendition of Moody's Mood for Love, or singing her ballads or fantastically cutting insults in the imagined direction of whoever was my romance of that week, depending on the drama.

By the time Back to Black arrived, I was 16 and a fully fledged Amy fan, sporting backcombed hair and thick black eyeliner. The album soundtracked my first proper heartbreak, comforting me during the brushing-teeth-while-crying phase with Love Is a Losing Game. It later uplifted me as I sauntered down the street with my head held high to Tears Dry on Their Own, wondering why on earth I did, indeed, "stress the man".

I saw Amy play live just once, in Liverpool in June 2008. The Facebook photo album of the gig is titled "the best day of my life", although I don't remember leaving with the post-gig euphoria you get after seeing something soul-enriching. Of course it fell flat - she was very publicly struggling with addiction and an eating disorder. Her tiny shorts hung from her tiny legs. She looked like a shell of the Amy that was so full of life just a few years earlier. It was heartbreaking.

Even more heartbreaking was the way I watched her being treated by the media and the spiteful comments by people I knew. To those who didn't love her and didn't understand mental health problems, she seemed a spoilt brat who was wasting her talent. One particularly abhorrent column in the Sun said she should be dragged "by her egg-yellow hair round a ward at Great Ormond Street hospital and [shown] the children fighting to stay alive. To hammer into her thick skull that she's lucky enough to have a healthy body and mind that she's wilfully choosing to destroy." Wilfully choosing to destroy? Healthy body and mind? The lack of sympathy she received for ill health that is clearly not a matter of choice still brings a red hot rage into my chest.

I learned of her death via a text message from my sister. I couldn't believe it. It felt unreal, partly because she'd been turned into a caricature by the media by that point. Was the original Amy still there? How could she be gone? When trawling the news, trying to find answers to questions I couldn't formulate, I found yet more vile commentary on her lifestyle and struggles - this time in the comment sections, now that the newspapers which had revelled in her downfall were falling over themselves to pay tribute. At the risk of exploding with rage, I wrote an article for my student paper questioning the mainstream narrative that surrounds those experiencing addiction and why some understanding for the condition and sympathy might be better placed instead.

As a fan, and someone who has also experienced mental ill health and lived the chaos that can bring, I felt I understood Amy and that she should be fiercely protected. She was a once-in-a-lifetime talent and a brilliant and vibrant personality who suffered no fools. She was also experiencing a number of mental illnesses that weren't yet being widely discussed. When I saw Asif Kapadia's Amy documentary, I couldn't understand why she was still touring while clearly being too unwell to do so - why didn't anyone she was working with pull the plug until she got better? I wrote an article asking what health support exists for musicians, which was the jumping off point for delving deeper into the subject when I found out what little help and understanding there was. Since that first article, I've often written about musicians and health, including a book, Sound Advice (co-authored with Lucy Heyman), which aims to help educate musicians and the industry about potential health issues in an attempt to aid prevention.

It's hard to say whether Amy's death shocked the music industry into understanding its obligation to protect artists. Seven years later, Swedish DJ Avicii took his life, having articulated his distress about the pressure of a heavy touring lifestyle. SoundCloud rapper Lil Peep died of a fatal fentanyl overdose. Demi Lovato narrowly escaped the same fate. However, I'm hopeful that things are changing for the better - I hear of major labels offering artists therapy and support programmes, while most young managers I speak to talk about the importance of protecting their artists' mental and physical health. Musicians themselves are open about the pressures of being in the public eye and how it can exacerbate pre-existing mental health conditions.

Whether the toll of exposure - particularly for female musicians, treated as harshly as ever by the media - can be lessened with support is another question. To be a fan today is to understand the feeling I was left with on leaving Amy's gig in 2008: that there's a cost to this.

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eleased when I was 14, Amy Winehouse's debut album offered a bridge from the tween-pop I grew up on to an intriguing adult world rich with sophistication. Back then, I didn't understand all the lyrics - who was "Badu"? What was a "Moschino bra"?

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Wow! Where do I even start! What an amazingly written account of a beautiful treasured soul from all the people that really knew her as a person and not as a troubled pop star we heard from the press! We lost Amy way too soon! This is the best biography I have ever read and highly recommend it! I love you Amy!

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Wow! Where do I even start! What an amazingly written account of a beautiful treasured soul from all the people that really knew her as a person and not as a troubled pop star we heard from the press! We lost Amy way too soon!

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On the tenth anniversary of Amy Winehouse's tragic death, Dionne Bromfield opens up for the first time about the impact of her Godmother's death on her life. On the tenth anniversary of Amy Winehouse's tragic death, Dionne Bromfield opens up for the first time about the impact of her Godmother's death on her life. On the tenth anniversary of Amy Winehouse's tragic death, Dionne Bromfield opens up for the first time about the impact of her Godmother's death on her life.

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Amy Winehouse and Me: Dionne's Story: Directed by Eloise King. With Dionne Bromfield, Amy Winehouse. On the tenth anniversary of Amy Winehouse's tragic death, Dionne Bromfield opens up for the first time about the impact of her Godmother's death on her life.

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Ugh. This book broke my heart. I didn't want to finish it because I was rooting for a different outcome to the story. Its deeply affecting, moving, heartbreaking, and shows the highest highs and lowest lows of loving someone. Thank you, Tyler James, for such a beautiful tribute to a beautiful woman who deserved such a better outcome

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Ugh. This book broke my heart. I didn't want to finish it because I was rooting for a different outcome to the story. Its deeply affecting, moving, heartbreaking, and shows the highest highs and lowest lows of loving someone.

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Saving Amy book. Read 14 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Amy Winehouse shot into the public eye with her crazy big hair, ultra th...

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Amy Winehouse was one of the most discussed singer-songwriters of her generation. Her soulful voice won her critical acclaim, scores of awards and fans from all walks of life, while her turb... Amy Winehouse was one of the most discussed singer-songwriters of her generation. Her soulful voice won her critical acclaim, scores of awards and fans from all walks of life, while her turbulent and decadent lifestyle made her an irresistible target for the press. In a time when... Amy Winehouse was one of the most discussed singer-songwriters of her generation. Her soulful voice won her critical acclaim, scores of awards and fans from all walks of life, while her turbulent and decadent lifestyle made her an irresistible target for the press. In a time when photographs of Amy Winehouse in many states dominated the front pages, each new picture s... Read all Read all Read all

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Amy Winehouse: The Legacy: Directed by Billy Simpson. With Aloe Blacc, Lucy Ernest, Paloma Faith, Sid Griffin. Amy Winehouse was one of the most discussed singer-songwriters of her generation. Her soulful voice won her critical acclaim, scores of awards and fans from all walks of life, while her turbulent and decadent lifestyle made her an irresistible target for the press.

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A Final Goodbye is an intimate look into the life and times of Amy Winehouse. This in-depth program chronicles her rise to pop superstardom and also offers a sensitive portrayal of a transfo... A Final Goodbye is an intimate look into the life and times of Amy Winehouse. This in-depth program chronicles her rise to pop superstardom and also offers a sensitive portrayal of a transformative star and the inner demons that inspired her work and eventually caused her untimel... A Final Goodbye is an intimate look into the life and times of Amy Winehouse. This in-depth program chronicles her rise to pop superstardom and also offers a sensitive portrayal of a transformative star and the inner demons that inspired her work and eventually caused her untimely death. Her battle with addiction and her courtship with self destruction were well docum... Read all Read all Read all

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Amy Winehouse: The Final Goodbye: Directed by Maureen Goldthorpe. With Vicky Letch. A Final Goodbye is an intimate look into the life and times of Amy Winehouse. This in-depth program chronicles her rise to pop superstardom and also offers a sensitive portrayal of a transformative star and the inner demons that inspired her work and eventually caused her untimely death.

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Won 1 Oscar. Another 50 wins & 48 nominations. See more awards "

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A documentary on the life of Amy Winehouse, the immensely talented yet doomed songstress. We see her from her teen years, where she already showed her singing abilities, to her finding success and then her downward spiral into alcoholism and drugs. Written by grantss

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Experience the untold story of the girl behind the name.

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After watching this film, James Hetfield of Metallica was inspired to write a song called "Moth into Flame". See more "

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Instead of putting Amy's Belgrade concert, filmmakers made mistake and the big zoom out was concert of Jelena Karleusa, Serbian pop/folk singer and not Amy's. See more "

Quotes

Amy Winehouse : Success to me is not success to the record company or whoever. Success to me is having the freedom to work with whoever I want to work with, to always be able to go to the studio when I have to go to the studio... I think the more people see of me, the more they'll realize that all I'm good for is making tunes. So leave me alone and I'll do it. I will do the music. I just need time to do the music.
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What Is It About Men
Written by Paul Watson, Luke Smith, Amy Winehouse, Donovan Jackson, Wilburn 'Squigley' Cole (as Cole), Delroy 'Chris' Cooper, Felix Howard, Earl 'Chinna' Smith, Gordon Williams
Performed by Amy Winehouse at North Sea Jazz Festival, 2004
Published by EMI Music Publishing Ltd / Jack Russell Music Ltd / District 6 Music Publishing Limited / Musicare Ltd / Copyright Control
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3 July 2015 (USA)

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$222,500, 5 July 2015

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$23,706,386

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5c. Since Amy's death, there has been a plethora of films, documentaries, TV shows and books attributed to her life. It demonstrates how important and instrumental she was and still is, not only within the music industry but also in wider society. 

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5c. Since Amy's death, there has been a plethora of films, documentaries, TV shows and books attributed to her life. It demonstrates how important and instrumental she was and still is, not only within the music industry but also in wider society. 

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The news report aired by the BBC on the day Amy died, captures her conflicting star images. It celebrates her immense talent and achievements whilst also acknowledging that much of this was overshadowed by her unstable private life and struggles with addiction.

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BBC News report on the death of Amy Winehouse (Saturday 23rd July 2011)

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5a. Article published on the day of Amy's death - 23rd July 2011

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5a. Article published on the day of Amy's death - 23rd July 2011

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Amy died from alcohol poisoning in her home in Camden just days after her last performance. Despite her long battle with addiction, her death still came as a huge shock, disrupting society. Her star image soon from a 'troubled star', to an 'icon of British music'.

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Singer Amy Winehouse has been found dead at her house in north London She was 27. The award-winning artist, famous for hits including Rehab from the critically acclaimed album Back to Black, was discovered by police in the late afternoon. Her death was being treated on Saturday night as "unexplained" but sources said she had died of a drugs overdose.

The Metropolitan police said: "We were called by London Ambulance Service to an address in Camden Square shortly before 16.05hrs 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."

Winehouse was last seen with her goddaughter, Dionne Bromfield, earlier last week when the teenager performed at the iTunes festival.

Tributes began to pour in to one of the most celebrated and troubled British artists of recent times. Mark Ronson, who produced Back to Black, said: "She was my musical soulmate and like a sister to me. This is one of the saddest days of my life."

Singer and actress Kelly Osbourne wrote: "i cant even breath right now, im crying so hard i just lost 1 of my best friends. i love you forever Amy & will never forget the real you!"

Rolling Stone Ronnie Wood dedicated his show on Absolute Radio and the reunion performance by his former group the Faces in Hurtwood, Surrey, to Winehouse. "It's a very sad loss of a very good friend I spent many great times with," he said.

Two regulars at Winehouse's local pub, The Hawley Arms in Camden, paid tribute. "Some people might think it shows disrespect to come out drinking tonight but she was such a part of Camden she made it her home and she always got involved," said Mary Gallagher. "Amy even worked behind the bar here. She was such a lovely person and, to be honest, I don't think fame agreed with her. She was an ordinary girl at heart."

Gloria Woods, 26, who works for a record label, said: "There will never be another voice like that in our generation."

A spokesman for the late singer said: "Everyone involved with Amy is shocked and devastated. Our thoughts are with her family and friends."

Winehouse's father, Mitch, returned from New York, where he had been due to perform at the Blue Note jazz club. He said: 'I'm coming home. I have to be with Amy. I can't crack up for her sake. My family need me."

Flowers, teddy bears and candles were left outside her home in Camden Square. One card read: "You will not be forgotten by Camden. We all love you and will continue to love you. Your legend lives on."

Winehouse had suffered a well-publicised battle with drink and drug abuse that saw her withdraw from all of her scheduled performances last month after a series of erratic performances. She started her 12-leg European tour in Belgrade but was booed off the stage after appearing to forget her lyrics. She then pulled out of performances in Istanbul and Athens before she cancelled the tour as fears for her health grew.

A statement released by her spokesman at the time said that she would be given "as long as it takes" to recover. "Everyone involved wishes to do everything they can to help her return to her best," it read.

Winehouse rose to fame with her debut album Frank in 2003, which was feted by music critics in the UK and nominated for the Mercury music prize, but it was her 2006 follow-up album, Back to Black, that catapulted her to stardom and led to five Grammy awards. The album became the third-highest selling album of the 2000s.

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Amy Winehouse found dead aged 27 in London home

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Metropolitan police confirm death of singer notorious as much for her off-stage excesses as her music

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3h. Clip of the recording studio practice with jazz legend Tony Bennett- March 2011

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3h. Clip of the recording studio practice with jazz legend Tony Bennett- March 2011

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It's important to consider that although Amy's unfortunate private affairs seemed to dominate media attention, she was still an undoubtedly talented musician with the power to captivate a room with her vocals. In this video, we see an authentic Amy, someone who is nervous to perform alongside one of her idols, Tony Bennett. It is fascinating to see how despite Amy's success and musical achievements she still at times lacked confidence in her abilities, contributing to a sense of authenticity. She is shown as a respected fellow artist who has an innate talent for music, not a 'junkie' or 'raging alcoholic'. These two conflicting personas are present throughout Amy's career, destabilising her star image.

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3f. Article published by the Guardian in April 2008

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3f. Article published by the Guardian in April 2008

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Winehouse was often depicted as reckless and volatile. The press and tabloids focused on her arrests for assault and possession of drugs.

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Amy Winehouse has been arrested following her appointment with police over the assault of two men. The singer arrived at Holborn police station at 5.10pm this afternoon to be questioned over events that took place in the early hours of Wednesday April 23.

It is not yet clear what those charges are, however her spokesman confirmed that the singer was questioned over incidents in which she is alleged to have headbutted one man and punched another in the face.

The Sun published an account of the evening's events yesterday, claiming that as well as assaulting two members of the public, the singer overturned tables in a pub and shouted that she "wanted to do drugs". She was pictured drinking with Babyshambles guitarist Mick Whitnall.

The news of her arrest comes on the same day as her husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, appeared in court on charges of GBH and perverting the course of justice. The 24-year-old singer was also arrested last year in connection with that case, but was not charged. Prior to that, she was arrested in Norway for possession of cannabis.

It was also revealed today that Winehouse's personal fortune stands at £10m, making her one of the top ten earning young British musicians, according to the Sunday Times' young music millionaires list. Her multi award-winning second album Back to Black has sold more than 9m copies worldwide.

An official statement released earlier today by her spokesman read: "Amy Winehouse will be voluntarily attending a London police station today by appointment with the police. We understand she will be questioned in connection to an alleged incident in Camden in the early hours of April 23, 2008."

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Amy Winehouse has been arrested following her appointment with police over the assault of two men. The singer arrived at Holborn police station at 5.10pm this afternoon to be questioned over events that took place in the early hours of Wednesday April 23.

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4e. Article published by the Guardian in July 2009

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4e. Article published by the Guardian in July 2009

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Just six months into their marriage Blake was arrested and sentenced to 27 months for assault. Meanwhile, Amy's music career continued to take off, but her drug and alcohol addiction worsened. Amy spent time in rehab, and on Blake's release, he filed for a divorce over adultery, claims Amy didn't contest. We see the destabilisation of Winhouse's star image from wife to divorcee. This further accentuates Amy's 'troubled star' image as someone who has problematic relationships.

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After two years, one jail-term and one front-page scandal after another, Amy Winehouse and Blake Fielder-Civil are no longer married. The couple were formally granted a divorce yesterday, six months after papers were filed by Fielder-Civil.

Judge Michael Segal read the divorce decree at the High Court in London. "Fielder-Civil, B" and "Winehouse, A.J", though named, were not present at the hearing.

Winehouse's career was booming when she married Fielder-Civil in Miami in 2007. Six months later he was arrested for assault and sent to jail. He was released in February 2009. Winehouse has meanwhile faced one legal challenge after another, generally stemming from drug use. Fielder-Civil has taken responsibility for introducing his now ex-wife to crack cocaine and heroin.

According to Fielder-Civil's divorce papers, he found living with Winehouse "intolerable". He accused her of adultery, a charge she has not contested.

Winehouse has spent recent months on the Caribbean island of St Lucia, reportedly working on a new album. She is to appear in London next week, where she will stand trial on charges of hitting a fan at a charity ball in 2008.

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Amy Winehouse and Blake Fielder-Civil granted divorce

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After two years, one jail-term and one front-page scandal after another, Amy Winehouse and Blake Fielder-Civil are no longer married. The couple were formally granted a divorce yesterday, six months after papers were filed by Fielder-Civil. Judge Michael Segal read the divorce decree at the High Court in London.

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4d. Amy and Blake photographed looking visibly distressed and unwell

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4d. Amy and Blake photographed looking visibly distressed and unwell

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It has been discussed how Amy's relationship with Blake was toxic. The pair were co-dependent on each other through their mutual addiction to drugs and alcohol. Blake is known to be the one to have introduced Amy to class-A drugs such as heroin and cocaine. They were frequently followed by paparazzi after arguments and drug binges, a way to scrutinise the couple. This turbulent and public relationship contributed massively to Amy's destructive and 'troubled' star image.

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In early 2007 after the initial success of the Back to Black album, the couple got back together and were married within a few months. Amy's star image evolved from that of a heartbroken singleton to a loved-up wife.

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1k. Article published by the guardian 11th February 2008

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1k. Article published by the guardian 11th February 2008

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You know I'm so good: Amy Winehouse performs via satellite link-up at the Grammies. Photograph: Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images

What did Amy Winehouse do to celebrate winning five Grammys last night? A question that needs to be asked, because champagne and drugs probably weren't an option for the artist formerly known as the Camden Caner, who's undergoing in-patient drug treatment.Is there a protocol that's followed in rehab clinics when a resident sweeps the board in a way that no British female artist had ever previously done? Even the possibility of an orange juice at her beloved Hawley Arms was denied her, as the pub was partially destroyed by fire on Saturday.

Anyway, her victory marks the first time in years (ever?) that the night's big winner was an artist who, by the Grammy organisation's ultra-conservative standards, wouldn't be welcome in Middle America. Her lifestyle is anathema to the Republican heartland, which is still recovering from the Dixie Chicks' big win last year.

The Grammy judges exhibited more daring in crowning Winehouse than they did when handing the Chicks four awards - the latter may have offended right-wingers with their anti-Bush stance, but by Midwestern standards, the out-of-control Winehouse is by far the worse role model.

With her drug abuse, self-harm and imprisoned husband, her life mirrors that of many American country and R&B singers, but the remorse/redemption cycles that endear, say, Mary J Blige to the US public aren't part of Winehouse's personality. She's truculent, prone to swearing and often behaves "unprofessionally" (lack of professionalism being a mortal sin in the eyes of the American music business). And she's foreign. Not only did she have all that going against her, she was up against golden girls like Beyonce and Carrie Underwood in some categories. And still she won five Grammys.

So there may be hope yet for the world's least exciting music awards. (The Best Polka category, by the way, was won - again! - by Jimmy Sturr and his Orchestra.) The judges were open-minded enough to accept that Winehouse had simply made a better record than any of her competitors, and that could pave the way for a rewriting of the Grammy rulebook. Instead of loading the nominations with the blandest of the bland - and the occasional Winehousian wild card - the awards could actually recognise the best music, however "difficult" the person who makes it.

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1b. Song 'Mr Magic' taken from 'Frank' Album

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1b. Song 'Mr Magic' taken from 'Frank' Album

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Scattered through the lyrics in the Frank album, there are hints of indulging in illicit activities, but it is this song 'Mr Magic', where we see Amy directly reference drugs. Upon release, this was harmless to her image as she was still a relatively unknown emerging star. However, issues with substance abuse, which would become foregrounded in later songs, soon became intrinsic to her star image.

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3d. Article published by the Guardian in January 2008

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3d. Article published by the Guardian in January 2008

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Following the news stories of Amy smoking crack cocaine she admits herself to Rehab, another thing the tabloids comment on, perpetuating her image as a 'troubled' and 'failing' star.

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Amy Winehouse has today checked into rehab as she finally admitted the need for treatment on her drug addiction, her record company has confirmed.

Video footage that showed the singer smoking crack cocaine was published on the internet this week and appears to have brought a long-standing problem to its head. "Amy decided to enter the facility today after talks with her record label, management, family and doctors," Universal Music Group said in a statement.

"She has come to understand that she requires specialist treatment to continue her ongoing recovery from drug addiction."

Winehouse, who had the biggest selling album in the UK last year and whose most famous song is, of course, about a refusal to go into rehab, has cancelled a scheduled appearance at the NRJ music awards ceremony in France this weekend.

Earlier today, Winehouse's father Mitch told the BBC that she was still reluctant to undergo treatment.

"Part of the problem is she doesn't think she's got a problem. She thinks she can do what she does recreationally and get on with the rest of her life," he told BBC London 94.9.

"The moment she says she wants to go into a facility, within half an hour she will be in a facility. But unless she wants to do it of her own accord, it's pointless."

It is believed that Winehouse still hopes to perform at the forthcoming Grammy Awards, to be presented on February 10 in Los Angeles. She is nominated for six awards including best new artist and album of the year.
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Amy Winehouse has today checked into rehab as she finally admitted the need for treatment on her drug addiction, her record company has confirmed. Video footage that showed the singer smoking crack cocaine was published on the internet this week and appears to have brought a long-standing problem to its head.

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3c. YouTube clip of ITV Evening News Report - January 2008

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3c. YouTube clip of ITV Evening News Report - January 2008

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In this news report, we are shown a clip taken from the Sun online, which features Amy in an incoherent state allegedly smoking crack cocaine. The footage was taken at a private party, however, it was leaked and subsequently distributed on the tabloids. It became a regular occurrence throughout Winehouse's career that compromising footage/images of her private life took centre stage over her music.

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3b. Article published by Metro in November 2007

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3b. Article published by Metro in November 2007

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This article highlights how Amy's drug addiction was treated like a joke by the tabloid press. Her image was constantly tainted by the photographs and comments crafted by journalists to mock the artist.

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Amy Winehouse has been caught up in a new drugs riddle after she was pictured with a large amount of white powder in her nostril.

She appeared to be on best behaviour at a gig last night at the Empress Ballroom in Blackpool.

It made a big change from last week's disaster when she appeared to call fans 'monkey c****' before storming off stage.

But as she left she was pictured with the mystery susbstance up her nose.

Despite this she seemed to have found a new, number one fan.

It was a case of Dr Evil eat your heart out as Amy showed off her own little clone.

They were wearing the same colour co-ordinated clothes and had the same beehive barnet.

During the sell-out show, she spotted the fan, known only as Lucy, in the crowd. Winehouse jumped off the stage and gave the girl her earrings.

She invited Lucy backstage after the show, and gave her the Amy makeover, spending two hours with her.

The result was Mini-A-Me, complete with beehive hairdo.

The 24-year-old singer then escorted Lucy and her mother to a waiting taxi.

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Amy Winehouse has been caught up in a new drugs riddle after she was pictured with a large amount of white powder in her nostril. She appeared to be on best behaviour at a gig last night at the Empress Ballroom in Blackpool.

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Due to Amy's rising popularity, she soon became a target of the tabloid press.
It has been noted how ruthlessly the paparazzi followed her, even waiting outside her Camden home. The singer's addiction to drugs and alcohol proved to be the most common theme they fixated on. Images of Amy under the influence were circled far and wide often making the front covers of news stories. These damaging photographs contributed to negative perceptions of Amy and image of 'troubled star'.

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3g. Article published by Daily Record in September 2009

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3g. Article published by Daily Record in September 2009

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Amy is dehumanized in this article and described as though a vicious dog. The author makes a sarcastic joke at the end to further humiliate the singer.

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2d. YouTube Tutorial on Amy Winehouse make-up look

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2d. YouTube Tutorial on Amy Winehouse make-up look

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There are many YouTube videos on how to re-create Amy's signature look, as she is a popular character to imitate e.g. Halloween costumes. This illustrates how impactful and symbolic her image remains to be.

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AMY WINEHOUSE COSTUME | EASY HALLOWEEN COSTUME 2020

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2f. Fred Perry X Amy Winehouse Foundation -present day

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2f. Fred Perry X Amy Winehouse Foundation -present day

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Since her death, Fred Perry has continued the clothing line with 20% of the profits donated to the Amy Winehouse Foundation. Even 11 years on from death, Amy still has influence over the fashion industry.

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THE AMY WINEHOUSE FOUNDATION Back to Black

Named one of the best, if not the best albums of the 21st Century, Back to Black was the seminal album from Amy Winehouse, whose honest lyrics and unique voice captivated the world over.

We reflect on the anticipation of its launch in 2006 with an interview by Laura Jones, who happened to meet the singer one night in a north London nightclub and, perched on the sinks in the men's toilets, was fortunate enough to grab fifteen minutes with her. The image of Amy was captured on a Nokia handset.

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Amy Winehouse Foundation Collection | Tops & Dresses | Fred Perry UK

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Named one of the best, if not the best albums of the 21st Century, Back to Black was the seminal album from Amy Winehouse, whose honest lyrics and unique voice captivated the world over.

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2e. Fred Perry X Amy Winehouse Clothing Line (2010)

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2e. Fred Perry X Amy Winehouse Clothing Line (2010)

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Amy collaborated with the popular fashion brand Fred Perry in creating a clothing line inspired by her style. This collaboration signifies how Amy's star image extended from a talented musician to a fashion icon.

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AMY WINEHOUSE may seem an unlikely fashion icon, but the singer has been enlisted by one of her favourite brands - Fred Perry - to design a collection inspired by her style.

"Amy has been wearing Fred Perry for years, so we were aware she was a genuine fan of the brand," said Richard Martin, Fred Perry's marketing director. "Amy has a unique sense of style that reflects the brand's own historical reference points."

The collection will arrive in Fred Perry stores this October and will feature pieces from Winehouse's signature look, including twinsets, skinny pencil skirts, capri pants, mini dresses, and polo shirts.

"We had three major design meetings where she was closely involved in product style selection and the application of fabric, colour and styling details," Martin told WWD. "Amy gave crucial input on proportion, colour and fit. The range clearly has Amy's handwriting."

YOU SHOULD SEE: What famous fashion critic Mr Blackwell made of Winehouse's style...

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AMY WINEHOUSE may seem an unlikely fashion icon, but the singer has been enlisted by one of her favourite brands - Fred Perry - to design a collection inspired by her style. "Amy has been wearing Fred Perry for years, so we were aware she was a genuine fan of the brand," said Richard Martin, Fred Perry's marketing director.

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2c. Image taken from Amy's official Twitter account

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2c. Image taken from Amy's official Twitter account

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Amy has been recognised as the one who revolutionised winged eyeliner, and many fans to this day re-create her look. It highlights how she used make-up in an artistic way as a means of expressing herself and constructing a unique, unmistakable identity.

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2a. Image taken from Amy's official Instagram account

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2a. Image taken from Amy's official Instagram account

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An intrinsic part of Amy's identity and star image was her style and fashion choices.
Some key features of her look included tattoos, dramatic winged eyeliner, retro dresses and a beehive hairdo.

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The lyrics in Amy's songs were mostly a reflection of her own life. It is clear to any listener that they are heartfelt and meaningful, contributing to her authentic persona.
This is exemplified through the song Rehab: 'I ain't got the time and if my daddy thinks I'm fine they try to make me go to Rehab but I wont go go go' - When quite literally it was advised that Amy should go to rehab, which was later revoked by her father.

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1e. 'Back to Black' Album cover - (2006)

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1e. 'Back to Black' Album cover - (2006)

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After a 9 year gap, Winehouse released her second hit album 'Back to Black'. This was a pivotal moment in Amy's music career, plunging her into immense stardom and under the spotlight.
The album explores many themes such as love, heartbreak, guilt and substance abuse and the complex emotions intertwined in these experiences. Amy's image develops into that of a 'troubled star' who uses music as escapism and a way to process emotions.

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Winehouse's debut album titled 'Frank' was released in October 2003. At only 20 Amy was recognised as showing huge promise. With jazz, HipHop and RnB influences, her husky voice, heartfelt lyrics and fresh originality caught the attention of the music industry.
The 'Frank' album, although not commanding the same level of success as her later album 'Back to Black', began to shape Amy's star image as a rare and talented artist. The album received several accolades including the Ivor Novella award.

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Article dedicated to admiring Amy's fashion and unique style.

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See Amy Winehouse’s Most Iconic Fashion and Style Outfits from the 2000s

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Remembering Amy Winehouse and Her Iconic Original Style

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1j. Times News Article published 12th Feb 2008

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1j. Times News Article published 12th Feb 2008

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This article shows that not everyone believed Amy was deserving of her success. Jazz singer Natalie Cole was disturbed by her wins and stated, 'I don't think bad behaviour should be rewarded so I was disappointed'. This highlights the contradiction in Amy's star image, as although well-loved, anti-fans emerged who were openly critical about her lifestyle.

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This Instagram page is dedicated to Winehouse's life and legacy. The account has built a community of over 550k fans, remembering Amy positively in the way many loved and looked up to. There are numerous other fan pages all over social media which are still active 10+ years after her death, signifying the magnitude and devotion of her fan base.

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The song 'Back to Black' is another example where Amy's lyrics mirror her own emotional experiences. In this song she compares heartbreak to death, creating authenticity as most listeners can relate to heartbreak in some way.

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1i. Amy winning record of the year at the Grammy's -(2008)

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1i. Amy winning record of the year at the Grammy's -(2008)

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Despite her battles with alcohol and drug addiction, the 2008 Grammy Awards night was a huge success for Amy. She secured 5 Grammy's including: Record of the Year, Pop Vocal Album of the Year, Female Pop Performance of the Year, Song of the Year, and New Artist of the Year.
This demonstrates how even though Amy was struggling in other ways, her musicianship was still well respected and admired.

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Watch Amy Winehouse Win Record Of The Year For "Rehab" In 2008 | GRAMMY Rewind

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1h. Interview the same week Back to Black was released

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1h. Interview the same week Back to Black was released

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This interview asks Winehouse personal questions in a bid to understand the 'real' Amy. Her answers are revealing and highlight how she just wanted to be loved where she compares the feeling of love to a 'drug'. Winehouse is very open about her issues and even calls herself  'self-destructive' and an 'alcoholic'.  It is obvious that Amy never tried to hide the fact she had issues with addiction, making it intrinsic to her image.

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Amy Winehouse unseen & uncut interview 2006

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Tony Bennett, Amy Winehouse - Body and Soul (from Duets II: The Great Performances)

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4a. Amy pictured with Blake Civil- Fielder

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4a. Amy pictured with Blake Civil- Fielder

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Amy met Blake Fielder-Civil after she released the album 'Frank'. Blake left Amy for his ex just 6 months into their relationship. This initial heartbreak has been said to have intensified Amy's alcoholism, however, she channelled much of this emotion into writing her Grammy award-winning album 'Back to Black'. The couple's on-and-off relationship was a huge part of Amy's star image as the pair were seen as inseparable.

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4c. Article published by Metro in May 2007

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4c. Article published by Metro in May 2007

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This article demonstrates how prominent Amy's marriage with Blake was in the construction of her star image. She dedicated many of her songs to him and was often seen as being overtly affectionate, proclaiming her love etc. The fact Amy didn't hide her feelings and was always true about how she felt contributed to her authenticity.

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Amy Winehouse struggled to sing her way through a love distraction during a comeback concert in London last night.

The smitten Jazz star spent the first half of her Shepherds Bush Empire gig blowing kisses at new husband, Blake Fielder-Civil and mouthing 'I love you'.

A tipsy Winehouse told her audience: 'I don't know if you heard but I just got married to the best man in the entire world.'

Then she turned to her father and joked: 'My dad's going to kick my head in - he's still got to pay for a proper wedding.'

The 23-year-old married Fielder-Civil in a shock secret ceremony in Miami 11-days-ago.

Also watching Amy's unusual display of affection were Elton John and partner David furnish.

Winehouse, who won an Ivor Novello Award last week, was performing after cancelling an original concert date back in March.

She disappointed fans at the time, turning them away on the night after she broke a tooth.

She thanked her fans for the second chance saying:

'I broke my tooth, it's not pretty but at least I can just about sing.'

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Amy Winehouse struggled to sing her way through a love distraction during a comeback concert in London last night. The smitten Jazz star spent the first half of her Shepherds Bush Empire gig blowing kisses at new husband, Blake Fielder-Civil and mouthing 'I love you'.

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3i. One of Amy's last performances in Serbia, Belgrade.- June 2011

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3i. One of Amy's last performances in Serbia, Belgrade.- June 2011

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Winehouse's performance in Belgrade is another key moment in her 'self-destructing' star image. Amy had recently left rehab as an outpatient with this being the opening night of her 12-day European 'comeback' tour. Amy appears drunk and in a delirious state. It seems as though she was forced to go on stage and her poor performance has since been analysed as a cry for help. However, at the time, she was heavily criticized with many fans feeling angry and disappointed.

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Amy Winehouse - TOTALLY DRUGGED ( Belgrade concert 2011 )

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3e. Article published by Daily Mail in March 2008

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3e. Article published by Daily Mail in March 2008

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Newspaper article branding Amy as 'the poster girl for drug abuse'.

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Article from Vogue which lists Amy's most iconic looks.

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Amy Winehouse Will Forever Be the Queen of Retro Rockabilly Style

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A look back on the late singer’s inimitable wardrobe.

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3) Amy's struggle in the limelight: problems with alcoholism, self-harm and substance abuse. 

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3) Amy's struggle in the limelight: problems with alcoholism, self-harm and substance abuse. 

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Amy first appeared on TV performing 'Stronger Than Me' on the Jools Holland show one month after 'Frank' was released. From this initial appearance, we see the continuation of her image as an incredibly talented musician, singer, songwriter and performer.

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Amy Winehouse - Stronger Than Me (Later Archive)

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 1d. Interview and Performance on the Jonathon Ross show- (2004)

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 1d. Interview and Performance on the Jonathon Ross show- (2004)

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In this interview we see Amy's charisma and charming personality shine through creating a sense of authenticity. Much of this authenticity can be attributed to her honesty, passion and sense of humour. It was evident from the start of Amy's career that she was not afraid to show her true self.

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Amy Winehouse - Jonathan Ross 2004 HQ (I Heard Love Is Blind + Interview)