Amy Winehouse's Milestones

Amy Winehouse was a British singer-songwriter known for her deep, expressive contralto vocals and eclectic mix of musical genres including soul, rhythm and blues, and jazz, who tragically died at age 27.
1983

Birth

Amy Jade Winehouse was born in Enfield, London, to Mitch Winehouse (taxi driver) and Janis Winehouse (pharmacist).

Family September 14, 1983
1988

Early musical interest

Showed early interest in music, influenced by jazz singers like Sarah Vaughan and Dinah Washington through her grandmother Cynthia.

Other January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1995
1993

Parents divorced

Parents Mitch and Janis divorced when Amy was 10 years old, affecting her deeply.

Family January 1, 1993
1996

Started at Sylvia Young Theatre School

Attended the prestigious Sylvia Young Theatre School in London, studying performing arts.

Education September 1, 1996 - July 1, 2000
2000

Expelled from theatre school

Expelled from Sylvia Young Theatre School for poor attendance and piercing her nose.

Education July 1, 2000

Formed first band

Formed her first band with school friend Juliette Ashby, performing jazz and hip-hop influenced music.

Career September 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
2001

Started writing songs

Began writing her own songs, drawing from personal experiences and jazz influences.

Achievement January 1, 2001
2002

Signed first record deal

Signed to Simon Fuller's 19 Management after being discovered by an A&R scout.

Career July 1, 2002
2003

Signed to Island Records

Signed recording contract with Island Records after leaving 19 Management.

Career January 1, 2003

Frank album released

Released debut album 'Frank', which was critically acclaimed and nominated for the Mercury Prize.

Achievement October 20, 2003

Released debut single

Released debut single 'Stronger Than Me' which received critical acclaim.

Achievement October 27, 2003
2004

BRIT Awards nomination

Nominated for British Female Solo Artist at the BRIT Awards for 'Frank'.

Achievement February 1, 2004
2005

Began relationship with Blake Fielder-Civil

Started turbulent on-and-off relationship with Blake Fielder-Civil, which would deeply influence her music and personal struggles.

Relationship January 1, 2005

Started working on Back to Black

Began writing and recording songs for her second album with producer Mark Ronson.

Career June 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
2006

Rehab single released

Released 'Rehab', which became her signature song and international breakthrough hit.

Achievement October 23, 2006

Back to Black album released

Released 'Back to Black', which became a massive commercial and critical success, topping charts worldwide.

Achievement October 27, 2006
2007

Married Blake Fielder-Civil

Married Blake Fielder-Civil in Miami, Florida, in a private ceremony.

Relationship May 18, 2007
2008

Grammy nominations

Nominated for six Grammy Awards, the most nominations for a British female artist at the time.

Achievement January 1, 2008

Grammy Awards sweep

Won five Grammy Awards including Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist.

Achievement February 10, 2008

Blake imprisoned

Blake Fielder-Civil was imprisoned for assault and attempting to pervert the course of justice.

Other July 1, 2008 - February 1, 2009
2009

Divorced Blake

Finalized divorce from Blake Fielder-Civil after their tumultuous marriage.

Relationship July 16, 2009

Father's intervention

Father Mitch staged several interventions to help Amy with her substance abuse problems.

Family August 1, 2009
2010

Goddaughter Dionne born

Became godmother to her friend's daughter Dionne, showing her caring nature despite personal struggles.

Family January 1, 2010
2011

Body and Soul collaboration

Recorded duet 'Body and Soul' with Tony Bennett, which would be her final recording.

Achievement April 1, 2011

Final performance

Gave her final performance at the iTunes Festival in London, appearing disoriented and unable to perform properly.

Career June 18, 2011

Found dead

Found dead at her home in Camden, London, at age 27 from alcohol poisoning.

Other July 23, 2011

Funeral

Private funeral held at Edgwarebury Cemetery in North London, attended by family and close friends.

Other July 26, 2011

Amy Winehouse Foundation established

The Amy Winehouse Foundation was established by her family to help young people overcome addiction.

Achievement September 1, 2011

Lioness: Hidden Treasures released

Posthumous album of unreleased tracks and alternate versions released, reaching number 1 in the UK.

Achievement December 5, 2011
2015

Amy documentary released

Academy Award-winning documentary 'Amy' directed by Asif Kapadia was released, chronicling her life and career.

Achievement July 3, 2015