When did Zendaya and Tom Holland start dating?

Last Modified Jan 9, 2025 07:02 EST
When did Zendaya and Tom Holland start dating?
Tom Holland and Zendaya (Source: Instagram)


Zendaya and Tom Holland reportedly began dating in 2017. However, it was in 2021 when the two confirmed their relationship after they were sighted kissing in a car.


Zendaya and Tom Holland are not just known to be Hollywood’s well-known entertainers, but also a power couple that their fans adore and look out for. After meeting on the sets of Spider-Man: Homecoming and delivering a chemistry-filled performance through the film, Holland and Zendaya could not help but fall in love.


While the two reportedly fell in love and began dating in 2017, they made sure to keep their romance under wraps for almost five years. Seeing Tom and Zendaya share an electrifying kiss as Peter and Michelle (MJ) made their fans sure that the chemistry between them was not just for the reel, but also real.


When did Tom Holland and Zendaya begin dating?


When did Zendaya and Tom Holland start dating?
Tom and Zendaya (Source: Instagram)


Tom Holland and Zendaya reportedly dated in 2017 after they met on the sets of Marvel’s Spider-Man: Homecoming. Holland played Peter Parker/Spider-Man while Zendaya played his love interest Michelle Jones (MJ). During the initial years of their reported romance, Holland and Zendaya strived to keep a low profile and claimed that they were just good friends during each media interaction.


It was in July 2021, when the Spider-Man fame was papped kissing Zendaya in his car, confirming the pair's real-life love story. Holland and the Dune actress went official with their relationship during Zendaya's 25th birthday on September 1, 2021. Tom posted a sweet mirror selfie with Zendaya on his Instagram and captioned it, “My MJ, have the happiest of birthdays. Gimme a call when you're [sp] up xxx”. To this Zendaya replied, “Calling now (with a heart-shaped emoji).


Related: Who does Zendaya end up with in challengers


Are Tom Holland and Zendaya married?


When did Zendaya and Tom Holland start dating?
Jacob, Zendaya and Tom (Source: Instagram)


No, Tom Holland and Zendaya are not married, as of 2024. Considering the two officially began dating in 2021, it's been just three years since they got into a relationship. In September 2024, there were rumors that the two were all set to get hitched in 2025.


However, there is no official confirmation on the same from the two of them yet. But after Zendaya was spotted at the Golden Globes with a diamond ring, it has been speculated that the couple got engaged as stated by TMZ.


Despite dating each other for so long, the pair still chooses to keep details of their relationship as private as possible. In 2023, during Jay Shetty’s podcast, Tom Holland called his relationship with Zendaya, ‘most sacred’. He said, "I don’t talk about it. I try my best to keep it as private as possible. We both feel very strongly that that is the healthiest way to move on as a couple."


That same year, Zendaya too opened up on preferring to keep her relationship with Tom away from the limelight. She told Elle, “I can’t not be a person and live my life and love the person I love.” The Dune actress also added, "You can’t hide. That’s not fun either. I am navigating it more than ever now.”


"It’s about protecting the peace and letting things be your own but also not being afraid to exist," Zendaya concluded.



FAQs about Zendaya and Tom Holland

A. No, Zendaya and Tom Holland did not break up, as of 2024.

A. Zendaya was born in Oakland, California.

A. No, Zendaya and Tom Holland do not have kids, as of 2024. 

Related Stories

"She'd be a part of the family": The Housemaid first trailer sees Amanda Seyfried facing off Sydney Sweeney in a nerve-wracking thriller "She'd be a part of the family": The Housemaid first trailer sees Amanda Seyfried facing off Sydney Sweeney in a nerve-wracking thriller
"She'd be a part of the family": The Housemaid first trailer sees Amanda Seyfried facing off Sydney Sweeney in a nerve-wracking thriller
1d
Angelina Jolie’s comedy adaptation Anxious People expands with new additions: Find out who Angelina Jolie’s comedy adaptation Anxious People expands with new additions: Find out who
Angelina Jolie’s comedy adaptation Anxious People expands with new additions: Find out who
1d
5 Jason Mitchell movies and TV shows to watch after The Chi 5 Jason Mitchell movies and TV shows to watch after The Chi
5 Jason Mitchell movies and TV shows to watch after The Chi
1d
Frequent collaborator Dave Bautista is unhappy that James Gunn hasn’t invited him to the DCU yet Frequent collaborator Dave Bautista is unhappy that James Gunn hasn’t invited him to the DCU yet
Frequent collaborator Dave Bautista is unhappy that James Gunn hasn’t invited him to the DCU yet 
11h
Maintenance Required: Release date news, cast details, streaming details and more about Prime Video's upcoming rom-com starring Madelaine Petsch Maintenance Required: Release date news, cast details, streaming details and more about Prime Video's upcoming rom-com starring Madelaine Petsch
Maintenance Required: Release date news, cast details, streaming details and more about Prime Video's upcoming rom-com starring Madelaine Petsch 
1d
Menendez Brothers reportedly denied new trial after judge finds evidence lacking Menendez Brothers reportedly denied new trial after judge finds evidence lacking
Menendez Brothers reportedly denied new trial after judge finds evidence lacking
1d
What did Natasha Bure wear for her wedding to Bradley Steven Perry? Outfit details decoded What did Natasha Bure wear for her wedding to Bradley Steven Perry? Outfit details decoded
What did Natasha Bure wear for her wedding to Bradley Steven Perry? Outfit details decoded
21h
Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s look for Werwulf by Robert Eggers revealed Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s look for Werwulf by Robert Eggers revealed
Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s look for Werwulf by Robert Eggers revealed
8h
Why is Constance Wu calling out Andrew Barth Feldman again? Drama explained Why is Constance Wu calling out Andrew Barth Feldman again? Drama explained
Why is Constance Wu calling out Andrew Barth Feldman again? Drama explained
22h
What did Eileen Davidson say? Actress addresses backlash over Charlie Kirk comments What did Eileen Davidson say? Actress addresses backlash over Charlie Kirk comments
What did Eileen Davidson say? Actress addresses backlash over Charlie Kirk comments
1d