Singer and actress Marianne Faithfull has passed away at the age of 78. Best known for her hit song As Tears Go By, written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, Faithfull enjoyed a remarkable career spanning more than six decades in music, film, and theatre.
A family statement confirmed she died peacefully in London surrounded by loved ones. Rising to fame in the 1960s, Faithfull became one of the era’s most iconic voices and later made a celebrated comeback with her 1979 album Broken English after overcoming personal struggles and addiction.
Alongside her music career, she starred in films including The Girl on a Motorcycle and Marie Antoinette. Despite battling health issues in later years, Faithfull remained active in the entertainment industry and leaves behind a lasting legacy as a singer, songwriter, and actress.