The ever-enigmatic street artist Banksy may have let slip a major clue about his true identity during a 2003 interview with the BBC. The revelation came to light this month when the outlet discovered a previously unearthed recording.
In the interview, which recently resurfaced, journalist Nigel Wrench asks the artist if his name is “Robert Banks”, to which Banksy responds with a seemingly sincere admission: “It’s Robbie.”
Banksy appeared to reveal his identity in an interview that is now being shared for the first time.
In 2003, the mysterious Bristol-based street artist took part in a BBC interview, where a presenter asked him to confirm whether a name published in The Independent was true. pic.twitter.com/tC5VsBVatD
– The Independent (@Independiente) November 21, 2023
This excerpt from the interview has sparked renewed interest and fervent debate among fans and enthusiasts, who have long speculated about the name of the elusive artist. Over the years, various names such as Robin, Robert and Robbie have been suggested as potential identities for Banksy.
The full interview, part of BBC Sounds Radio 4 The story of Banksywhich includes a bonus episode newly added after the discovery, offers a unique opportunity for Banksy fans to hear his voice.
The artist, then in his 20s, was interviewed by Wrench in the summer of 2003, coinciding with the opening of Banksy’s Turf War exhibition in east London. While an edited version aired on the BBC’s PM program in July of that year, the segment where Banksy supposedly reveals his name was omitted.
Years later, when Wrench tuned in The story of Banksy podcast, which debuted earlier this year, felt compelled to revisit the original uncut recording of the interview.
Banksy’s rise to fame was due to a series of iconic graffiti that adorned buildings across the country, particularly the famous girl with balloon painting originally stenciled on an east London wall. The image gained widespread recognition and has since become one of Banksy’s most iconic works, reproduced in various forms.
Known for his satirical and provocative art, Banksy’s creations often spark controversy. It should be noted that his girl with balloon The painting made headlines when it “self-destructed” immediately after being sold at an auction in London, adding to the mystique and allure surrounding the artist’s work.
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