'Spider-Man' actor Tom Holland candidly shares a tidbit of his boyfriend duties towards Zendaya, revealing his unique way of checking on his actress girlfriend.
- November 3, 2024
AceShowbiz - Tom Holland opens his browser every once in a while, types a familiar name, and hits search. "The last thing I Googled was actually 'Zendaya,' " the 28-year-old actor shared on the "On the Menu" podcast.
Far from a simple curiosity, this habit stems from what Tom described as anxiety-driven care. "I'll check to see that everything's good and just make sure we're all cool. So I just give her a little Google, look to the news, I'm like, 'She's good. Fine.' "
Tom's protective nature around Zendaya is as evident offscreen as it is onscreen. Recently, he was seen coming to her rescue in New York City when fans and paparazzi swarmed them. A viral video showcased Tom taking her hand and leading her safely through the crowd, politely but firmly requesting, "give us a little bit of space."
Zendaya and Tom, who first met while working on "Spider-Man: Homecoming" in 2017 and started dating in 2021, strive to balance their public personas with their private lives. They are supportive of each other with Zendaya cheering on Tom at his Broadway show and his appearance at her "Challengers" movie premiere.
The couple's relationship isn't just about public appearances; they treasure the quieter moments, too. "Zendaya and I will, every now and then, watch Spider-Man 1 and reminisce about being 19 and making those movies again," Tom revealed at the 2024 Critics Choice Awards. He cherishes those moments so deeply that he limits how often he watches the movies to keep the memories special.
Tom even named a beer in honor of Zendaya's dog, Noon. But it's not all play; they're both set to return to their iconic roles in the upcoming fourth installment of the Spider-Man franchise, hitting theaters in 2026.
In navigating their high-profile relationship, Zendaya articulated the nuanced balance beautifully in an interview with Elle, "I can't not be a person and live my life and love the person I love. You can't hide. That's not fun either. I am navigating it more than ever now."
Whether it's through Google searches or holding hands in public, Tom and Zendaya's relationship shines as a reminder that, amidst the glitz and glamor of Hollywood, genuine care and love persist.
