Marianne Faithfull, the British singer and actress known for her hits in the 1960s and her remarkable career resurgence in the late 1970s, passed away on January 30, 2025, at the age of 78. Her spokesperson confirmed her peaceful passing in London, surrounded by her loving family.
Career Highlights
Faithfull began her career in 1964 with the release of her debut single "As Tears Go By," which reached the UK Top 10.
She was known for her relationship with Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones and her role in films such as "The Girl on a Motorcycle" (1968).
After battling drug addiction and homelessness in the 1970s, she made a comeback with the album "Broken English" in 1979, earning critical acclaim and respect in the music industry.
She continued to collaborate with notable artists and released several acclaimed albums, including "Strange Weather," "Vagabond Ways," and "She Walks in Beauty."
Personal Life
Born on December 29, 1946, in Hampstead, London, Faithfull was the daughter of an MI6 agent and a Viennese aristocrat.
She was married three times and had two children.
Faithfull struggled with addiction and health issues, including breast cancer and hepatitis C, but continued to perform and create music until her passing.
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