London's Darcy Tosun, 'honoured' to gain a reply from Royal Family
A nine-year-old child actor from London is making headlines this week after receiving a heartfelt response from Kensington Palace on behalf of The Princess of Wales late last week.
Darcy Tosun, a young performer represented by leading talent agency Mark Jermin Management, was reportedly “thrilled and honoured” after a letter he sent to the Princess about a personal and confidential creative project prompted a formal reply from the royal household.
The letter, believed to be part of Darcy’s preparation for an undisclosed top-secret project, earned him a rare acknowledgement from the future Queen Consort. The response, sent by a representative of The Princess of Wales, included words of encouragement for Darcy’s ongoing work and best wishes for his rehearsals.
Darcy’s parents, who manage his official social media accounts, shared the moment with his 29,000 followers on Instagram, writing:
"When Kensington Palace sends their best wishes for your rehearsals... Thank you @princeandprincessofwales. Feeling incredibly honoured and grateful for this gesture."
Photos shared alongside the post include a smiling Darcy proudly holding the palace correspondence.
The young actor has been steadily gaining recognition in the British entertainment industry, with appearances in stage productions and online content. His profile rose further in May 2025, when he took part in filming for a YouTube video titled “Royal Experts Answer Children’s Most Pressing Questions.” The video currently has over 900 views at this moment of reporting!
The video was the making of Lydia Alty, a 20-year-old royal journalist and YouTuber known for her commentary on the British monarchy. During filming, Darcy took centre stage, asking thoughtful questions while dressed in a regal costume, earning praise from both crew and audiences alike. The filming was organised in collaboration with Lydia's management company and designed to make royal topics accessible and engaging for younger audiences.
Lydia has recently been seen attending Mark Jermin Slam Fest, which may have sparked conversations about another royal project, which could feature more of Mark Jermin's Talent!
While the nature of Darcy's upcoming confidential project remains tightly under wraps, insiders suggest it may involve a televised or online production with links to education, storytelling, or the arts. A formal announcement is expected later this year.
Darcy’s rising profile highlights the increasing influence of young creators and actors in digital media, especially those able to bridge the gap between tradition and modern platforms. His respectful yet enthusiastic approach to royalty, paired with a growing media presence, and his acting, has clearly captured attention in high places.
For now, Darcy continues to rehearse and prepare, buoyed by the support of his agency, his family, and — as of late last week — a touching message from the heart of the Royal Family.