Zendaya’s dazzling diamond ring at the Golden Globes, along with her “T” tattoo, has sparked engagement rumors. Reports have since confirmed that she is engaged to her long-time love, Tom Holland. Although the couple has not officially announced their engagement, sources close to them confirmed the news to TMZ and People. According to TMZ, Holland proposed during the holidays in an intimate setting at one of Zendaya’s homes.
The couple, both 28, first met during a chemistry read for “Spider-Man: Homecoming” in 2016, where Zendaya was cast as MJ, the love interest of Holland’s Peter Parker/Spider-Man. Their real-life romance rumors began almost immediately, but their relationship wasn’t confirmed until 2021 when they were photographed kissing in a car.
Throughout the years, the couple has shared glimpses of their love story. In 2017, their close friendship sparked dating rumors, which they initially laughed off. By 2018, they were filming “Spider-Man: Far From Home” and showing each other support on social media. Their characters shared their first on-screen kiss in 2019, but they moved on romantically with other partners for a time.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, they reunited to film “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” and their relationship was finally confirmed in 2021 when they were spotted kissing in a car. Holland expressed his discomfort over the paparazzi photos, emphasizing their desire to keep their private life private. Zendaya echoed his sentiments, stating that loving someone is a sacred and special thing.
In 2022, the couple became more comfortable with public displays of affection, attending events together and openly holding hands. Zendaya even referred to Holland as her “boyfriend” in an interview. By 2023, Zendaya was sporting a ring with Holland’s initials and expressed her acceptance of their relationship being public.
At the start of 2024, Holland denied rumors of a split, and Zendaya praised his charisma in an interview. She also shared that working with Holland was comfortable and natural. Later in the year, Holland mentioned his excitement about spending the holidays with Zendaya’s family, which is when he reportedly proposed.
Zendaya debuted her engagement ring at the Golden Globes on January 5, 2025. Although she did not comment on the ring, she was seen showing it off to friends, including Ayo Edebiri. The ring is believed to be a Jessica McCormack diamond.