CHELMSFORD'S town crier has received an official letter of thanks from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge for his part in the birth of the future King.
The 76-year-old from Great Baddow found himself the focus of international media attention last month when he stood on the steps of St Mary's Hospital in London to unofficially announce the birth of the third in line to the throne.
And this week the businessman, who at the time admitted gatecrashing the occasion, was given a royal blessing for his impromptu performance with a letter from Kate and Will's private secretary thanking him, and offering warm wishes from the couple.
"It was quite exciting when it came through on Saturday morning with the royal stamp," said Tony, who has received offers of work from across the globe since his announcement was televised.
"It obviously went down very well with the couple, and it's been absolutely manic ever since it happened. It's without a doubt the biggest thing I've ever done."
