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Amy Winehouse was found dead today at her home in London, aged just 27. The cause of death is at present “unexplained”, but her history of problems with drink and drugs are well known. Winehouse had planned to embark on 12-leg European tour recently, but this was cancelled after her erratic behaviour during the first gig in Belgrade. Sadly, that would be her final public performance.

Amy Winehouse released her first album, “Frank”, in 2003, but it was the 2006 follow-up, “Back to Black”, that established her as a major international star. The album earned her five Grammy awards and was one of the biggest selling albums of the decade. Her hit singles included “Back to Black,” “Tears Dry on Their Own” and the now rather poignant “Rehab,” which repeats the defiant lyric “They tried to make me go to rehab, I said no, no, no.” She also had a number two UK hit as a featured artist on Mark Ronson’s cover of the Zootons’ “Valerie.” Unfortunately, it wasn’t long before her personal problems and struggles with addiction began overshadowing her music.

Winehouse has become the latest music star to die at the tragically young age of 27. Others in the so-called “27 Club” include Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Brian Jones, Jim Morrison and Kurt Cobain.

Many stars have already paid tribute to Amy, including:

Mark Ronson – “She was my musical soulmate and like a sister to me. This is one of the saddest days of my life.”

Kelly Osbourne – “I cant even breath right now, im crying so hard i just lost 1 of my best friends. I love you forever Amy & will never forget the real you!”

Lily Allen – “It’s just beyond sad, there’s nothing else to say. She was such a lost soul, may she rest in peace.”

Usher – “I’m so sad to hear the horrible news of Amy Winehouse’s death. I’m so happy I knew you Amy…Rest Well. Gone Too Soon…we’ll miss you!!”

Jamie Cullum – “I shared some wonderful musical moments with Amy. I feel very lucky to have done so. She was a wonderful person with an extraordinary talent.”

Ronnie Wood – “It’s a very sad loss of a very good friend I spent many great times with.”

LeAnn Rimes – “RIP Amy Winehouse. So sad to see such a talent gone and her life end in tragedy. This makes me terribly sad.”

Juliette Lewis – “Im so upset that Amy didnt make it out of the prison that is drugs/alcohol addiction. She was such a funny and unique soul. I’m so sad right now.”

Kelly Clarkson – “She was a beautiful and talented girl. I’m angry. What a waste of a gifted person.”

Rihanna – “Dear God have mercy!!! I am sick about this right now! I am genuinely heartbroken about this. Dear Amy.”

Amy Winehouse – “Back to Black”