Amy Winehouse’s Mother Leads Tributes and Reflects on 15th Anniversary of Her Death: “She Was a Victim of Her Own Success”
Janis Winehouse said her daughter was a victim of her own success as fans and the family marked the singer’s death with tributes and a free concert.
- On Thursday, July 23, 2026, fans left tributes at Amy Winehouse's former home in Camden Square, marking the 15th anniversary of her death as her mother, Janis Winehouse, led commemorations.
- Amy Winehouse died in Camden, England, on July 23, 2011, at age 27 from accidental alcohol poisoning; her mother attributed the struggle to a lack of confidence underlying her addiction.
- The Amy Winehouse Foundation hosted a tribute concert in Camden Market on July 19, celebrating her life while continuing its work supporting young women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction.
- Guitarist Ronnie Wood of The Rolling Stones recalled trying to help Winehouse during her struggles, saying, "Get it together and get on stage," while the band recently recorded a cover of "You Know I'm No Good."
- Earlier this year, Pete Doherty told NME that the 2024 biopic Back To Black captured Winehouse's life accurately, as her official Instagram account noted her music "continues to connect with people around the world.
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Amy Winehouse’s mother, Janis Winehouse, looked back on her late daughter’s life on the 15th anniversary of her tragic death. “She was a victim of her own success,” Janis, 72, told The i Paper in a rare interview published on Thursday, July 23. “She didn’t want it, but it just followed her. And she’d be […]
15 years after her death, Amy Winehouse’s mom says her daughter was ‘a victim of her own success’ - Regional Media News
Fifteen years ago - July 23, 2011 - Amy Winehouse died at the age of 27. Prior to her death, the Grammy-winning artist struggled with addiction, and looking back, her mother says that Amy was "a victim of her own success." In an interview with The i Paper, Janis Winehouse says, "She didn't want [fame], but it just followed her. And she'd be like, 'Who, me?"" As for why Amy turned to drinking, Janis speculates, "She didn't have confidence. Hence …
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