A sweet photo of a young, elementary school-aged Amy Winehouse has been released ahead of what would have been her 40th birthday - and people have been making the same comment in response to the snap. Winehouse, who died at 27 in 2011, would have turned 40 this September 14. In a touching tribute to the late musical legend, a new book titled Amy Winehouse, In Her Words is set to be released - featuring the photo in question. This deeply intimate collection promises to give fans an unprecedented glimpse into the singer's life according to her parents, Mitch and Janis Winehouse. Winehouse, best known for iconic tracks like 'Back To Black' and 'Rehab', left an indelible mark on the music scene before her untimely death on July 23, 2011. The singer passed away from alcohol poisoning at just 27 years old, in her Camden home in North London. [[twitterwidget||https://twitter.com/itvnews/status/1693685556763349202]] Now, an image of a very young Amy Winehouse in pigtails and wearing school uniform has taken the internet by storm, with many fans wishing the star a "heavenly birthday". <img class="size-full wp-image-1263225557" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/08/Screenshot_2023-08-23_at_09.49.45.png" alt="" width="988" height="250" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Facebook]] <img class="size-full wp-image-1263225558" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/08/Screenshot_2023-08-23_at_09.49.28.png" alt="" width="888" height="230" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Facebook]] <img class="size-full wp-image-1263225560" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/08/Screenshot_2023-08-23_at_09.49.07.png" alt="" width="1346" height="240" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Facebook]] <img class="size-full wp-image-1263225561" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/08/Screenshot_2023-08-23_at_09.48.39.png" alt="" width="900" height="232" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Facebook]] Committed to preserving Winehouse's legacy and giving back, her family established the Amy Winehouse Foundation on what would have been her 28th birthday. This charitable organization was set up for a noble purpose: to tackle drug and alcohol abuse among young people and offer support for those battling eating disorders and self-harm. Throughout her stellar career, Winehouse bagged a plethora of accolades, including multiple Grammys, a Brit award, a Mobo, and three Ivor Novellos. As the world marks over a decade since her passing, this new book is set to reignite conversations about the Amy Winehouse we thought we knew. With its candid revelations and the philanthropic initiatives it supports, Amy Winehouse, In Her Words stands as a testament to the enduring impact of this megastar, in her own words and beyond. So, whether you're a Winehouse fan or a casual music lover looking to dive deeper into the life of an icon, this is one book you won't want to miss. It's not just a look back at her past, but also a meaningful way to contribute to a brighter future for those facing challenges she knew all too well. <h6>Featured image credit: Daniel Boczarski / Getty</h6>

Amy Winehouse photo released ahead of 40th birthday and fans are saying the same thing

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