Mysterious graffiti legend Helch who ‘upset’ Queen Elizabeth dies

Barney Davis | Night News Editor Published August 30, 2026 4:35pm Updated August 30, 2026 4:36pm Rest in Paint: Helch has passed away (Picture: W8media) An elusive graffiti artist who covered London in his enormous tags has passed away. Helch, who has tagged incredible spots across east London, and Windsor, had just began selling prints at a gallery. His death was annnounced shocking the graffiti and artist community who shared ‘Rest in Paint’ in heartfelt tributes. One particularly large Helch even had to be removed from a railway viaduct near Windsor Castle recently – with the Queen reportedly ‘upset’ that it was spoiling the view of the royal residence. Who is Helch? Helch painted on a bridge near Windsor Castle Helch’s real identity remains a mystery despite speculation over the years.