Report: English Pop Icon Marianne Faithfull Dead at 78

English singer and actress Marianne Faithfull, best known for her 1960s hit "As Tears Go By," has died British media reported Thursday. She was 78.

"It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of the singer, songwriter and actress Marianne Faithfull," the BBC broadcaster cited a statement from her spokesperson as saying.

"Marianne passed away peacefully in London today, in the company of her loving family. She will be dearly missed."