Sarah Aspin, the Other Woman in Amy Winehouse’s Love Triangle, Dies at 47
Sarah Aspin, who became a central figure in the tragic love triangle involving Amy Winehouse and her ex-husband Blake Fielder-Civil, has passed away at the age of 47. Her death marks the end of a complex chapter in the lives of those involved, particularly in relation to one of the most iconic musicians of the 21st century.
Aspin first began dating Fielder-Civil in 2011, two years after his marriage to Winehouse ended in divorce. The couple had met in 2005 and married in 2007, but their relationship was marked by instability and personal struggles. Their marriage ended in 2009, and shortly after, Aspin entered Fielder-Civil’s life.
The news of Aspin’s passing was confirmed by her daughter, Melody-Rose Hampshire, who shared an emotional tribute online. She wrote: “No words at all. Love you so mum,” and added, “May you rest in eternal peace my beautiful mum. Doesn’t seem real. Just want you here and speak to you about your crazy antics.”
Aspin’s cousin, Leanne Eastwood, also paid her respects, saying: “Sweet dreams to my beautiful cousin Sarah Aspin. Hope you finally found peace. Till we meet again gutted – feeling sad.”
A Tragic End
According to reports, Aspin’s body was discovered at a property in the village of Swillington in Leeds on Saturday, February 7 (Sunday, February 8 in Australia). A police spokesman confirmed that officers were called to an address in Primrose Hill Drive at 6:38 am following a concern for safety report. A woman was treated by paramedics at the scene but later died. Her death is currently being treated as unexplained.
A man was found on the property and taken into custody by police, though it was noted that the offense was not related to Aspin’s death. Police and forensic specialists remained at the scene until Sunday evening local time.
A Complicated Relationship
Aspin met Fielder-Civil while both were in rehab, and they went on to have two children together. They are believed to have separated in 2018. However, their relationship was deeply intertwined with Winehouse’s life, as she had been in a long-term relationship with Fielder-Civil before their marriage ended.
Aspin made her claim over Fielder-Civil clear during Winehouse’s lifetime, even warning her to “keep her hands off” her man and telling her, “He is mine and we are a family now.” Days after this warning, Fielder-Civil began a 32-month prison sentence for burglary and a firearm offence. Winehouse died from alcohol poisoning on July 23, 2011, aged 27.
Aspin spoke publicly about Fielder-Civil’s reaction to Winehouse’s death, recalling how he was in total shock when he learned of her passing. She said, “Blake rang me on Saturday after the prison authorities told him she’d died. I just couldn’t console him. He was in total shock.”
She described how he was going through continuous sobbing fits over Winehouse’s death and his inability to save her. “He is devastated and shattered. He just can’t take it in that she’s dead and he’ll never see her again,” Aspin said.
A Complex Legacy
Aspin also reflected on the deep connection between Fielder-Civil and Winehouse. “Blake is the father of our son. But I saw him and Amy together and I know they were really in love and they were soulmates. She always loved him and he always loved her – but it was just never going to work. Basically they couldn’t live with each other and they could not live without each other.”
She acknowledged the pain that Winehouse must have felt upon learning that Aspin and Fielder-Civil had a child together. “I think Amy could not get over the fact that Blake and I had had our son Jack. I think it hit her pretty hard.”
Despite the heartbreak, Aspin expressed understanding for Fielder-Civil’s feelings. “It is hard for me knowing he still loved her, but I do understand his feelings.”
“She would have made a fantastic mum, though, despite all her problems. What’s happened is so tragic – an absolute waste.”
