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.
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 ...