Graffiti artist Banksy has kept his identity a closely guarded secret for decades, but the world may now be halfway to knowing the truth.
Banksy is best known for his political graffiti artworks painted across the globe, often featuring rats, children, policemen and soldiers.
There have been many investigations into the elusive artist’s identity, but no one has been able to confirm who Banksy is, so far.
Massive Attack’s Robert Del Naja, who hails from the English city of Bristol, where Banksy began his career spray-painting buildings, has been suspected in the past, but nothing conclusive has ever been proven.
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In 2008, the Daily Mail claimed to have unmasked Banksy as Robin Gunningham, a then-34-year-old former public schoolboy.
Banksy has denied those claims.
Banksy has become one of the world’s best-known artists, and wildly rich.
He has made millions from his often politically charged work, which is sought after by many celebrity art enthusiasts such as Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.
His mischievous and often satirical images include two policemen kissing, armed riot police with yellow smiley faces and a chimpanzee with a sign bearing the words, “Laugh now, but one day I’ll be in charge”.