Amy Winehouse

amy winehouse

The funeral for British singer, Amy Winehouse, was held in London, England today, as the singer was found dead on Saturday, July 23, 2011, of a suspected drug overdose. Dozens of Winehouse's family and friends, came out to pay their respects and bid her farewell.

Crowds gather outside the funeral

Winehouse's ex-husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, who publicly admitted he introduced the once healthy singer to heroin and crack-cocaine, marking a massive downward spiral in her life and career, was barred from the funeral by her family and denied permission to leave prison to attend the funeral.

Amy Winehouse's dad Mitch Winehouse

No official cause of death has been determined at this time, due to the autopsy being branded "inconclusive." Standard toxicology tests are underway, with the results expected in several weeks. Winehouse leaves behind an estate worth millions and numerous unreleased songs.

Amy Winehouse's family and friends

Her story should serve as a sobering reminder to many of the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse, as Winehouse had so much to live for, but due to not embracing the importance of remaining sober, lost her life. This really is a tragic waste of life, because as accomplished as she was in her chosen profession, there was still so much more she could have done over time, with the talents God gave her. Drug and alcohol abuse brought it to a halt.

Amy Winehouse's Funeral

Amy Winehouse's Funeral

It is full time the entertainment industry started doing more to keep artists drug free. It is ridiculous the number of entertainers that have overdosed. The National Basketball Association in America has taken a proactive role in educating athletes on the dangers of fame and wealth. It's time the music, film and television industries in Britain and America do the same.

Amy Winehouse performing on stage at the Summer Soul Festival

Have had a pretty long break from performing, beaten Amy Winehouse on stage for a comeback concert in Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil on Saturday January 8. Dressed in a pink and white stripe dress like a dipping neckline, 27 year old had her hair in a ponytail instead of her trademark beehive for Summer Soul Festival concert.

Treat fans to a variety of melodies, plunged Miss Winehouse into rehab while her hit play songs that you know I'm No Good and you wonder now.



The stage action comes as Amy has done most of her South American visit, which she has been seen spending time sunbathing on the beach in Rio de Janeiro during the past week.

Amy Winehouse at the launch of her fashion line at Fred Perry's in London

She is always up for a good time, and yesterday evening on October 21 Amy Winehouse was spotted at Fred Perry store in London, England. The "You Know I'm No Good" singer was in the house to make a low-key concert and launch her new clothing range.During the concert, Amy sings four songs for an audience of 20 contest winners who were all enthusiastic celebrations.

Amy Winehouse out in London Photos

Seeking more together than usual, Amy Winehouse was spotted doing some shopping in London Friday, October 8. The "Rehab" singer looked stunning in an off-the-shoulder purple gown and flat as she made her way from the store to flash a smile strange way.

Amy Winehouse: Back On The Market photos

Looks like she ultimate intrigue was not meant to be, Amy Winehouse reportedly behind the market. The insider adds: "She is a flattering cut up about it, she was critical of him. Amy is confused and vulnerable." The 'Rehab' singer is said to have pulled the plug with short-term Beau Reg Travis, who apparently cheated on her with a former burlesque dancer boyfriend named Raven Isis Holt.

Amy Winehouse Conforts Bullies

Always the picture of maturity, Amy Winehouse took it to the schoolyard to confront the bully of her 13-year-old goddaughter and protege, Dionne Bromfield.

At a school in the Southgate area of North London on Monday, a livid Wino spat on the girl believed to be bullying Bromfield and hurled numerous insults her way.

We shudder to think of the horrific things that must have come spewing out of her filthy mouth!

Not to disappoint the fans nearby, she signed autographs once the incident was broken up by a by-stander.

Blake Files For Divorce

The inevitable has happened: Amy Winehouse's jailbird of a husband, Blake , has filed for divorce from the singer, who is claiming that she is now off the drugs.

And, it's gonna be a messy divorce!

Wino and Blaaaaaake do NOT have a pre-nup. She has publicly confessed to having at least one affair, though more have been documented. And Fielder-Civil is gonna go after her money!

Blake Incarcerated's lawyer, Henri Brandman, says that Blaaaaaaaake had instructed him to launch the divorce action on the grounds of Amy's adultery.

Amy Winehouse on Never Mind The Buzzcocks (best bits)...the good old days