SIR Mick Jagger has paid an emotional tribute to his "beautiful" ex Marianne Faithfull after the singer and actress died aged 78.
The Rolling Stones legend said he was "saddened" to hear of Marianne's death in a statement posted on social media site X.
The rocker said: "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."
Jagger also shared four photos, including two black and white snaps of him with Marianne and two pictures of just her.
The pair dated for four years and were the 'it' couple of the 1960s British music scene.
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Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards has said he is "so sad" following the death of Marianne Faithfull.
"My heartfelt condolences to Marianne's family! I'm so sad and will miss her!! Love, Keith," he wrote in a statement on X.
Richards also posted a photograph of the two of them toasting a drink together.
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