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Mitch Winehouse’s High Court Suit Challenges Sale of 150+ Amy Winehouse Items at U.S. Auctions

A judge is weighing ownership claims to determine if the proceeds belong to the Amy Winehouse Foundation.

Overview

  • The claim asserts Naomi Parry and Catriona Gourlay sold more than 150 belongings between 2021 and 2023 without estate permission, generating roughly £730,000 or about $880,000.
  • Parry and Gourlay argue many disputed items were personal gifts during periods of cohabitation and work with the singer, with testimony in support from Sadie Frost and Kelly Osbourne.
  • Highlighted lots include the Belgrade final-show dress sold for about $243,000, the Frank album-cover boots at roughly $19,000, and ballet shoes reported at about £3,000 to $4,000.
  • Winehouse’s legal team cites auction records and reported text messages between auctioneer Darren Julien and Parry as evidence the sales were concealed from the family.
  • Mitch Winehouse says he would drop the suit if at least 30% of the proceeds go to the Foundation to help fund a school in St. Lucia, and the hearing is expected to conclude Friday with judgment to follow.