Musician and actor Marianne Faithfull has died. She was 78. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of the singer, songwriter and actress Marianne Faithfull,” her spokesperson said in a statement on Thursday.

Sir Mick Jagger has paid an emotional tribute to his former girlfriend and 1960s music icon Marianne Faithfull, who has died at the age of 78. The Rolling Stones frontman shared his grief on social media following the announcement of Faithfull's death in London on Thursday.

The Rolling Stones were a rhythm and blues band. When singer Mick Jagger and guitarist Keith Richards wrote a gentle ballad, When Tears Go By, they dismissed it as a "piece of tripe". So Oldham gave it to Marianne Faithfull.

Marianne Faithfull has passed away at the age of 78, leaving behind a lasting legacy as an icon of the Swinging Sixties and beyond.

The 1960s icon passed in London surrounded by family, according to a statement from her record promotion group.

Rolling Stones frontman Sir Mick Jagger was joined by bandmates Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood who also shared their thoughts.

The late singer, known for a string of solo pop hits, was also the inspiration of several Rolling Stones classics

Rolling Stones frontman Sir Mick Jagger has paid tribute to “wonderful friend and beautiful singer” Marianne Faithfull following her death aged 78. He was joined by bandmates Ronnie Wood and Keith Richards, the latter with whom Sir Mick wrote Faithfull’s first single As Tears Go By, which reached number nine in the UK singles chart.

She was in a relationship with Mick Jagger and was considered the "muse" of the Rolling Stones - She was known for hits such as "As Tears Go By", as well as for roles like in the film "The Girl On A M

Sir Mick Jagger has paid an emotional tribute to his former girlfriend and 1960s music icon Marianne Faithfull, who has died at the age of 78. The Rolling Stones frontman shared his grief on social media following the announcement of Faithfull's death in London on Thursday.

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