At 78, David Gilmour FINALLY Confirms WHY Roger Waters DESTROYED Pink Floyd At 78, David Gilmour, the iconic guitarist of "Pink Floyd", has recently opened up about a topic that has puzzled "Pink Floyd" fans for decades. In a candid interview, Gilmour has finally revealed the real reason behind the band's dramatic breakup in the 1980s, shedding light on the intense power struggles, underlying grudges, and creative clashes that led to the separation of one of the greatest bands in history.