Should 'The Stig' be outed?

The BBC is taking legal action against 'The Stig,' the mystery stunt driver on Top Gear, in an attempt to stop him from disclosing his identity.

The corporation is trying to prevent him from writing an autobiography, a move his lawyers say is in violation of his basic human rights, reports The Telegraph.

The Stig is always seen in his trademark white overalls with his face concealed behind a black visor when he test drives a number of cars as well as training celebrities for Top Gear’s ‘Star in a Reasonably Priced Car' segment.

There is a strict clause in his contract that prevents him from revealing his identity to anyone.

It is rumoured that only six people, including the programme's presenters — Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond — know his true identity.

Celebrities who appear on the program are not allowed to see his face.

The Stig is reportedly unhappy that other presenters are able to earn large sums of money from book deals and promotions from which he is barred.

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