Disney has announced the casting of their first black, live-action Prince in the upcoming movie, Secret Society of Second-Born Royals , which is set to be released on the Disney+ platform.
Actor Niles Fitch will play Prince Tuma in the upcoming film.
As per his character’s Disney+ bio , Prince Tuma is “charismatic” — his “super-human ability is vital to the team’s success, but his self-centered nature needs a lesson in empathy.”
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You may recognize Niles from his role as a young Randall Pearson on *This Is Us*.
The 18-year-old actor is now ready to branch out into this historic role.
It’s no secret that Disney has come under fire over the past few years for their lack of diverse casting.
Hopefully, this is a sign of times to come!
Let’s continue to move in the direction of Secret Society , Disney!
*Secret Society of Second-Born Royals* is a sci-fi film about, you guessed it, second-born royals!
Except these second-born royals have been gifted with special powers that help them protect the world.
The show also stars Skylar Astin and Peyton Elizabeth Lee.
We can’t wait to tune into Secret Society when it begins streaming this summer!
