Amy Winehouse

Amy Jade Winehouse (14 September 1983 – 23 July 2011) was an English singer and songwriter known for her powerful deep contralto vocals and her eclectic mix of musical genres including R&B;, soul and jazz. Winehouse's 2003 debut album, Frank, was critically successful in the UK and was nominated for the Mercury Prize. Her 2006 follow-up album, Back to Black, led to six Grammy Award nominations and five wins, tying the then record for the most win... More

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  • Sep 14, 1983

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  • Jul 23, 2011 (age 27 years)

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  • 2011

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  • Amy Jade Winehouse,
  • Amy Winehouse,
  • amy_winehouse,
  • Winehouse, Amy,
  • Amy Winhouse

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  • May 18, 2007
  • Jul 16, 2009

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  • 1.6 m (5.2 ft )

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  • Jul 26, 2011

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Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance Winners

Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance Nominees

FHM 100 Unsexiest Women in the World of 2009

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