Kempton Bunton
Kempton Bunton was a British taxi driver who became famous for stealing Francisco Goya's painting 'The Duke of Wellington' from the National Gallery in London in 1961. His act was not only a heist but a protest against the government's lack of support for the elderly, as he aimed to draw attention to their plight. Dubbed 'The Great Art Theft', Bunton's story has been the subject of films and documentaries, highlighting his unexpected transformation into a folk hero.
Born on Jan 01, 1904 (121 years old)
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Luxembourg:
Kempton Bunton stole Goya's portrait of the Duke of Wellington as a political protest against the BBC television license fee.
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Luxembourg:
In 1961, Kempton Bunton stole Goya's portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London as a political protest against the BBC television license fee.
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Brazil:
Kempton Bunton, portrayed by Jim Broadbent, is the protagonist in 'O Duque', based on a true story.
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