Zendaya Recalls the Moment She First Met Tom Holland, Her MCU Co-Star and Now Boyfriend: “I was worried because he’s so much shorter than me”

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As a gamer who’s lived through multiple reboots and spin-offs of the Spider-Man franchise, I must say, the dynamic between Tom Holland and Zendaya as Peter Parker and MJ has been nothing short of electrifying, both on and off screen. Their chemistry is so palpable that it often feels like they’re not just actors playing a role but two people living their own superhero love story.

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the character playing Spider-Man’s love interest, Mary Jane (MJ), was cast as Zendaya – a highly sought-after young actress in Hollywood today. Notably, Zendaya’s portrayal of MJ features an original backstory and name, providing a modern twist on this classic character.

It became clear that while working together, Tom Holland and Zendaya found themselves growing romantically involved off-screen, and their bond deepened beyond the characters they portrayed.

In July 2017, it was publicly acknowledged that the connection between these two stars was more than just professional; they were dating. Interestingly, their romance blossomed during the production of “Spider-Man: Homecoming”, as shared by Zendaya in her conversation with Variety magazine.

In our initial encounter, there was an awkward moment when he extended his hand for a handshake and I leaned in for a hug – or so he recalls. However, that memory isn’t clear to me. What I do remember is finding it quite intriguing. Initially, I had some concerns because he’s significantly shorter than me, and I thought, “Oh no! This might be awkward since I’m quite tall.” Yet, to my relief, we ended up performing our audition while seated, which turned out to be a good thing.

From the moment they became acquainted, Holland and Zendaya repeatedly stressed in public appearances and online that they were nothing more than close friends. Yet, regardless of their assertions about a non-romantic bond, the palpable camaraderie between them left no room for doubt among onlookers.

We are friends. […]He’s a great dude. He’s literally one of my best friends. This past how many months we’ve had to do press tours together. There’s very few people that will understand what that’s like at 20 years old.

Back in 2019, the on-screen kiss between them in Spider-Man: Far From Home sent fans into a frenzy. However, it wasn’t until July 2021 that their off-screen relationship was made official when they were spotted sharing a kiss inside a car. Since then, they’ve chosen to keep their romance under wraps, avoiding overt public displays of affection, yet continuing to express mutual support through social media and public appearances.

By September 2024, they’re still a pair and are known for their robust, enduring bond. Here’s wishing them continued strength and stability in their relationship.

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2024-09-02 13:13