Pink Floyd Guitarist David Gilmour Turns 80

David Jon Gilmour, the legendary guitarist and vocalist of the iconic British rock band Pink Floyd, celebrates his 80th birthday today. Born on March 6, 1946, in Cambridge, England, Gilmour became one of the most influential musicians in rock history through his distinctive guitar work and vocals on albums such as 'The Dark Side of the Moon' and 'The Wall.' He joined Pink Floyd in 1968 and helped shape the band's progressive rock sound that made them one of the best-selling music artists of all time.