In the early 2000s, he moved to London and continued to attract attention with his satirical street art. By the mid 2000s, Banksy was becoming a celebrity himself - albeit an anonymous one.

In the previously lost recording, which aired as part of Radio 4's The Banksy Story, journalist Nigel Wrench asked the artist if his real name is Robert Banks. "It's Robbie," replies Banksy.

The mystery man who excited fans claimed is the elusive Banksy has slammed the theories as false - telling MailOnline his first thoughts upon seeing the artist's latest installation was 'what a ...

It seems likely that the enigmatic artist will continue creating street art until the end of his days. "Banksy will never retire. I've told him countless times to do so. He needs to enjoy his life ...