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Banksy's Identity: New Evidence Links Him to Del Naja

3/19/2026

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Recent reports suggest Banksy is Robin Gunningham (the presumed Banksy), connected to Robert Del Naja of Massive Attack.
A 2000 NYPD report shows Gunningham painting a model's face and signing with his real name.
After a 2008 unmasking attempt, records for Gunningham disappeared.
In 2022, Banksy artworks appeared in Ukraine during Del Naja's visit, raising questions about his role.
Banksy's lawyer disputes some details, leaving the mystery unresolved.

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Story summary

Recent reports suggest Banksy is Robin Gunningham (the presumed Banksy), connected to Robert Del Naja of Massive Attack.
A 2000 NYPD report shows Gunningham painting a model's face and signing with his real name.
After a 2008 unmasking attempt, records for Gunningham disappeared.
In 2022, Banksy artworks appeared in Ukraine during Del Naja's visit, raising questions about his role.
Banksy's lawyer disputes some details, leaving the mystery unresolved.