Sir Mick Jagger has expressed his sorrow over the passing of his former girlfriend, Marianne Faithfull, who died at 78.The Rolling Stones frontman and the late singer were once the golden couple of the British music scene in the 1960s,

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Marianne Faithfull has died peacefully in London, a statement on behalf of her family said on Thursday night, with tributes being led by her former partner Sir Mick Jagger

Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, who enjoyed a romantic relationship with Faithfull in the 1960s, also paid tribute. Writing on X, he said, "I am so saddened to hear of the death of Marianne Faithfull. She was so much part of my life for so long. She was a wonderful friend, a beautiful singer and a great actress. She will always be remembered."

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

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