According to sources, Reuters is investigating who is hiding behind the anonymous street artist Banksy, a question that has puzzled the art world. In 2008, a British man named Robin Gunningham was identified as Banksy. After being identified in the Daily Mail, the man changed his name to David Jones.
Reuters justifies the revelation by stating that Banksy is an artist in a position of power who needs to be scrutinized. Fans are now, as before, turning against the exposure of the artist's anonymity. Banksy's lawyer Mark Stephens neither confirms nor denies the information.
Banksy's lawyer Mark Stephens neither confirms nor denies the information, but says there are many inaccuracies in Reuters' investigation.
" The specific inaccuracies in the investigation have not been detailed. The reason for the name change from Robin Gunningham to David Jones remains unclear.