(FILES) British pop icon Marianne Faithfull performs on stage during a concert on March 15, 2007 in Châlons-en-Champagne, eastern France. British singer and actress Marianne Faithfull, best known for her hit song "As Tears Go By", has died at the age of 78, a spokesperson said on January 30, 2025. "It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of the singer, songwriter and actress Marianne Faithfull. Marianne passed away peacefully in London today, in the company of her loving family. She will be dearly missed," a statement sent to AFP said. (Photo by ALAIN JULIEN / AFP) (Photo by ALAIN JULIEN/AFP via Getty Images)