A Magical Proposal Over the Holidays
The Spider-Man co-stars, both 28, got engaged during the holidays, with Holland popping the question at one of Zendaya's family homes. According to TMZ, the proposal featured an exquisite 5.02-carat East-West Cushion Diamond Button Back Ring by Jessica McCormack, which Zendaya showcased at the 2025 Golden Globes on January 5.
Hints of this milestone began in December when Holland teased "secret" holiday plans during an appearance on the Dish podcast. “I’ll be with my girlfriend’s family, which will be fun. Where we’ll be is a secret,” he said, sparking curiosity among fans.A Love Story Years in the Making
Zendaya and Holland first met on the set of Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2016. For years, they insisted they were just friends. However, life imitated art in July 2021 when they were spotted sharing a kiss in a car, confirming their off-screen romance.The couple went Instagram official in September 2021 when Holland posted a sweet birthday tribute to Zendaya, referring to her as “my MJ.” Their affection grew stronger, but they remained cautious about sharing too much with the public.Privacy in the Spotlight
In a November 2021 interview with GQ, Holland opened up about the challenges of maintaining privacy amid their fame. "One of the downsides of our fame is that privacy isn’t really in our control anymore," he shared. "This isn’t my story. It’s our story. And we’ll talk about it when we’re ready.”Zendaya has echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the importance of "protecting the peace" in their relationship. In a 2023 Elle interview, she expressed her desire to balance public life and private love: "Parts of my life are going to be public. But I do have control over what I choose to share.”Small Gestures of Love
Over the years, the couple has shown their love subtly. For Holland's 26th birthday in June 2022, Zendaya posted a heartfelt message alongside a cuddly black-and-white photo of the pair. In March 2023, fans noticed Zendaya wearing a gold ring engraved with Holland’s initials, further cementing their bond.Moving Forward Together
Holland has described his relationship with Zendaya as “the most sacred” part of his life. Speaking on the On Purpose with Jay Shetty podcast in July 2023, he explained, “We both feel very strongly that [privacy] is the healthiest way to move on as a couple.”As they step into their next chapter together, fans can’t wait to see what the future holds for these two stars who found love both on and off-screen.
The Spider-Man co-stars, both 28, got engaged during the holidays, with Holland popping the question at one of Zendaya's family homes. According to TMZ, the proposal featured an exquisite 5.02-carat East-West Cushion Diamond Button Back Ring by Jessica McCormack, which Zendaya showcased at the 2025 Golden Globes on January 5.
Hints of this milestone began in December when Holland teased "secret" holiday plans during an appearance on the Dish podcast. “I’ll be with my girlfriend’s family, which will be fun. Where we’ll be is a secret,” he said, sparking curiosity among fans.A Love Story Years in the MakingZendaya and Holland first met on the set of Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2016. For years, they insisted they were just friends. However, life imitated art in July 2021 when they were spotted sharing a kiss in a car, confirming their off-screen romance.The couple went Instagram official in September 2021 when Holland posted a sweet birthday tribute to Zendaya, referring to her as “my MJ.” Their affection grew stronger, but they remained cautious about sharing too much with the public.Privacy in the Spotlight
In a November 2021 interview with GQ, Holland opened up about the challenges of maintaining privacy amid their fame. "One of the downsides of our fame is that privacy isn’t really in our control anymore," he shared. "This isn’t my story. It’s our story. And we’ll talk about it when we’re ready.”Zendaya has echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the importance of "protecting the peace" in their relationship. In a 2023 Elle interview, she expressed her desire to balance public life and private love: "Parts of my life are going to be public. But I do have control over what I choose to share.”Small Gestures of Love
Over the years, the couple has shown their love subtly. For Holland's 26th birthday in June 2022, Zendaya posted a heartfelt message alongside a cuddly black-and-white photo of the pair. In March 2023, fans noticed Zendaya wearing a gold ring engraved with Holland’s initials, further cementing their bond.Moving Forward Together
Holland has described his relationship with Zendaya as “the most sacred” part of his life. Speaking on the On Purpose with Jay Shetty podcast in July 2023, he explained, “We both feel very strongly that [privacy] is the healthiest way to move on as a couple.”As they step into their next chapter together, fans can’t wait to see what the future holds for these two stars who found love both on and off-screen.
