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Amy Winehouse bust unveiled in London

Statue of singer, with iconic beehive hairdo and Star of David necklace, inaugurated on what would have been her 31st birthday

Mitch Winehouse poses for a photo with a statue of his late daughter, Amy Winehouse after it was unveiled in Camden's Stables Market, in London, England, Sunday, on September 14, 2014. (photo credit: AP/Tim Ireland)
Mitch Winehouse poses for a photo with a statue of his late daughter, Amy Winehouse after it was unveiled in Camden's Stables Market, in London, England, Sunday, on September 14, 2014. (photo credit: AP/Tim Ireland)

Late singer Amy Winehouse has been honored on what would have been her 31st birthday with a life-size statue in her beloved Camden Town neighborhood of north London.

Winehouse’s many fans will have no problem recognizing the singer, who is portrayed sporting her distinctive beehive hairdo and wearing a Star of David necklace in tribute to her Jewish heritage.

Winehouse’s father, Mitch, said Sunday it was “incredibly emotional” to see the statue.

“It is like stopping her in a beautiful moment in time,” he said. “We really hope Amy’s fans love the statue.”

Winehouse died three years ago after battling drug and alcohol abuse.

Her family has set up a foundation to help young people struggling with similar problems.

Times of Israel staff contributed to this report.

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