Tom Holland and Zendaya got engaged over the Christmas holidays

They form one of the most adored couples of the young generation. One of the most discreet too. British actor Tom Holland and American actress Zendaya got engaged during the Christmas holidays, in one of the properties belonging to the young woman's family. Information revealed by the site TMZ and confirmed by its colleague People.

Both aged 28, the lovebirds met on the set of Spider-Man : Homecoming in 2017. Tom Holland played the Marvel superhero in his teenage version, Zendaya, his classmate and future girlfriend Michelle “MJ” Jones.

A couple who carefully protect their privacy

After sharing their first on-screen kiss in the sequel, Spider-Man: Far From Home in 2019, they made their romance official in September 2021 on Instagram, after being caught kissing by paparazzi. Since then, they have protected their private lives with great care, making only rare appearances together “for work”.

Sunday evening, Zendaya went solo to the Golden Globes ceremony in Hollywood, nominated in the best supporting actress category for her performance as a former tennis star in Challengers by Luca Guadagnino. But all observers spotted a magnificent diamond ring on her left ring finger…

In a recent interview with Men’s HealthTom Holland explained why he did not want to accompany Zendaya during this type of event. “It's not my time, it's his time, and if we go together it'll be about us“, he justified himself. Which doesn't mean that we won't see them on a red carpet together in the future…

While a fourth part of “Spiderman” is still in preparation, the two actors have just joined the cast of The OdysseyChristopher Nolan's next film based on the work of Homer. They will star alongside Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson and Charlize Theron. Filming planned for this summer for release in July 2026.