United Kingdom, Feb. 1 -- Sir Paul McCartney is "very sad" over the death of his "lifelong friend" Marianne Faithfull.

The 'As Tears Go By' singer passed away on Thursday (30.01.25) at the age of 78 and the Beatles legend has recalled how they first met more than 60 years ago and told how he felt "lucky" to have so many fond memories of his late pal.

Sharing a black and white photo of them together, he wrote: "What sad news that Marianne Faithfull has passed away.

"She came into my life in the Sixties and was a beautiful, sweet 17 year old who radiated innocent joy. Then through the years I was lucky enough to run into her and to become a life-long friend.

"It's very sad to think that I won't be meeting her again but my memories of ou...