Amy Winehouse "Is a good role model", says Paul Weller

British singer Paul Weller has said that fellow British singer, Amy Winehouse is a "good role model".

Weller, a former member of band "The Jam" has previously worked with the 'Rehab' singer on a number of projects, has has insisted that Winehouse's huge talent overshadows all the scandals currently involved with her private life.

He said: "She is one of my favourite all-time singers.

"I've been lucky enough to work with her - she is an amazing, great talent and, despite what all the papers say, she is a great role model for people and I don't think the drugs and the drink and all that make a scrap of difference really.

"I think you should judge people on their talent and on that level she's up there, a major talent."