Are wedding bells about to ring for Zendaya and Tom Holland? The Hollywood sweethearts who’ve charmed fans both on and off-screen are rumored to be engaged! Reports from TMZ and People have set the internet abuzz, and honestly, who could blame them?
Their journey from co-stars to a beloved couple has been a rollercoaster of emotions—speculation, denials, paparazzi snaps, and heartfelt tributes. Let’s rewind and take a walk through their timeline.
2017: Sparks Fly on the Spider-Man Set
It all began when Tom and Zendaya met while filming Spider-Man: Homecoming, released in July 2017. Although their characters weren’t romantically linked in the first movie, the ending teased a future where Zendaya’s Michelle—aka MJ—might just become Peter Parker’s leading lady.
Rumors swirled almost immediately. People magazine claimed they were dating, with a source spilling, “They started seeing each other while filming. They’ve been super private but spend as much time together as possible.”
But the duo? They laughed it off. Zendaya playfully tweeted, “Wait… my favorite is when they say we vacation together. HA! I haven’t been on a vacation in years!” Tom chimed in, jokingly asking, “Does a press tour count?”
2019: Still Just Friends (Or So They Say)
Fast-forward to Spider-Man: Far From Home. This time, Peter and MJ’s chemistry lit up the screen, fueling real-life romance rumors again. Still, both insisted they were just pals.
In an Elle interview, Tom declared he wasn’t dating anyone, calling himself “a relationship person.” Zendaya echoed the sentiment, saying, “He’s literally one of my best friends.”
But actions speak louder than words. Whether it was attending after-parties or family dinners, fans couldn’t help but wonder if there was more to the story.
2021: The Cat’s Out of the Bag
After years of dodging questions, the jig was up in July 2021. Paparazzi snapped the couple sharing a steamy kiss in Tom’s car, and the internet went wild. Suddenly, it wasn’t just rumors—it was real.
Two months later, Tom melted hearts with an Instagram post for Zendaya’s birthday, writing, “My MJ, have the happiest of birthdays. Gimme a call when you’re up xxx.” Cue the collective “aww!”
Still, fame came with its challenges. In a GQ interview, Tom opened up about how the invasion of their privacy felt like a “robbery.” “We wanted it to be our moment, and now it’s shared with the entire world,” he said.
2022: Love Out Loud
Zendaya returned the Instagram love in June 2022, sharing a sweet photo of the pair with the caption, “Happiest of birthdays to the one who makes me the happiest <3.” With over 26 million likes, it was clear fans couldn’t get enough.
2023: Keeping Things Sacred
By 2023, the couple was fiercely protective of their relationship. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Tom explained, “It’s our thing. It’s sacred, and it’s got nothing to do with our careers.”
Zendaya echoed the sentiment in Elle, saying, “Parts of my life will always be public. But I won’t stop living and loving the person I love.”
The Golden Globes Ring That Sparked It All
Speculation of an engagement caught fire when Zendaya appeared at the Golden Globes wearing a dazzling diamond ring. Though the couple hasn’t confirmed anything yet, fans are on the edge of their seats, ready for the next chapter of their love story.
From “just friends” to Hollywood’s favorite couple, Tom and Zendaya’s journey has been nothing short of magical. And if the engagement rumors are true, their story is just beginning. ❤️
