Amy Winehouse's parents visit grave on 15th anniversary

Fifteen years after her death, singer Amy Winehouse was remembered by her family, friends, and fans on July 23, 2026. Her parents, Mitch and Janis Winehouse, visited her grave at Edgwarebury Cemetery in north London, leaving flowers and a photograph on the anniversary of her passing.

Winehouse died on July 23, 2011, at the age of 27. An inquest determined her death was accidental, caused by alcohol poisoning after a long and public struggle with substance abuse. Her official Instagram account marked the occasion with a tribute, stating her voice, songwriting, honesty, and unique spirit remain as powerful today as ever.

In a recent interview, her mother, Janis Winehouse, reflected on her daughter's complex relationship with fame and her ongoing grief. She described Amy as a victim of her own success, noting the singer lacked confidence and used alcohol to cope. Janis said of the addiction that ultimately claimed her daughter's life, "Once you're addicted, you're addicted. The only boss is the addiction." Regarding her own mourning, she stated she focuses on moving forward, saying, "I get on with life. I live it."

The family's efforts to support others facing similar struggles...