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Art Attack host Neil Buchanan looks completely different years later
Art Attack Star Neil Buchanan Looks Unrecognisable Years After Iconic TV Career
Neil Buchanan, the creative force and cheerful face behind CITV’s iconic ‘Art Attack,’ has undergone a dramatic transformation since his days as a beloved children’s television host. Nearly two decades since leaving the program, Buchanan has pivoted from kids’ TV to the art world and music, leaving audiences surprised at how much he’s changed.
A Career Defined by Art Attack
Neil Buchanan began presenting ‘Art Attack’ in 1990—a show he co-created and wrote—captivating generations of children with his inventive art demonstrations and approachable style. The show ran on CITV until 2007 and became one of the most celebrated children’s programs in British television, winning more than 30 global awards, including two BAFTAs. Even after its original run, ‘Art Attack’ was revived for a stint on Disney Junior with new hosts, but Buchanan’s legacy as the show’s architect remains unrivaled. The series continues to air internationally, sparking creativity in young artists around the world.
Beyond the TV Studio: Buchanan’s Life After Art Attack
After the curtain closed on ‘Art Attack,’ Buchanan largely stepped out of the television spotlight, trading in glue sticks for guitar picks with his classic rock band Marseille. Formed in 1976, Marseille released four studio albums—the group paused during Buchanan’s TV tenure and reunited in 2009 until his departure in 2017 for a renewed focus on art and consulting for children’s television.
Explore Neil Buchanan’s music career
A New Look, A New Chapter
Recent photos show the Aintree-born star nearly unrecognisable. Now sporting a stylish beard and greying hair—a stark contrast to the clean-cut look from his TV days—Buchanan’s new chapter is as dapper as it is creative. One striking image captures him flashing a grin in a leather jacket and white T-shirt, while throwback snaps from his rock era feature Buchanan strumming his guitar on stage, long brown hair and muscular arms on display.
For his latest artwork, Buchanan regularly exhibits and sells paintings via his official website. He’s been described as “an internationally acclaimed artist” and was even praised for his ingenuity by Queen Elizabeth II.
See Neil Buchanan’s art collection
Shutting Down Banksy Rumors
In 2020, bizarre rumors swirled on social media linking Buchanan to the elusive street artist Banksy. These claims prompted an official statement disavowing any connection: “Neil Buchanan ISN’T Banksy.” The statement emphasized Buchanan’s focus on caring for family during lockdown and his preparations to launch a new art collection.
The full statement can be found on Neil Buchanan’s official website.
Life Away from the Limelight
At 68, Buchanan has carved out a quieter existence, keeping a low profile except for his artwork, which he continues to create and showcase. His influence, both as a television innovator and as an artist, continues to resonate with fans who rediscover his talents—and his new look—years after the original broadcast of ‘Art Attack.’
For more on Neil Buchanan’s television legacy, visit the Wikipedia entry for Art Attack and Neil Buchanan.
Buchanan’s journey from children’s TV icon to reclusive artist and musician is a testament to his creative spirit—and his ability to surprise, whether on canvas, stage, or screen.
