Tom Holland recently shared with Men’s Health his deliberate choice to avoid walking red carpets with his girlfriend Zendaya at her solo movie premieres. Explaining his reasoning, Holland said, "It’s not my moment, it’s her moment, and if we go together, it’s about us."
The couple is happy to share the spotlight for joint projects like Marvel’s Spider-Man trilogy, which has seen massive box office success, with two of the films grossing over $1 billion worldwide. However, Holland consciously steps aside for Zendaya’s individual achievements, such as her roles in Challengers and Dune.
A Busy Year Ahead Together
The pair’s professional schedules will keep them close in 2025 as they film the fourth installment of Spider-Man and Christopher Nolan’s ambitious epic The Odyssey. Both films are slated for release in 2026, which means fans can look forward to seeing Holland and Zendaya together on red carpets for these projects next year.
Their relationship, which went public in 2021, has sparked widespread admiration. While Holland didn’t delve into personal details, he gave a glimpse of his future aspirations: "When I have kids, you will not see me in movies anymore. Golf and dad. And I will just disappear off the face of the earth."
A Unique Chemistry on and off the Set
Holland shared lighthearted anecdotes about working with Zendaya on the Dish podcast, joking, "Studios love it. One hotel room. Separate drivers. We’re not crazy now. Listen, it’s work, alright?"
On a more serious note, he expressed his appreciation for their dynamic on set: "It’s just that perfect thing when you’re on set, and a director will give you a note that maybe you don’t agree with, and it’s just that, like, familiar glance at each other of like, can’t wait to talk about that later."
Zendaya also spoke about their on-screen collaboration in an earlier interview with Vanity Fair, saying, "It’s actually strangely comfortable. It’s like second nature, if anything. You feel extra safe with the person you’re acting beside. I love working with him. He’s so talented and so passionate about what he does."
Star-Studded Projects Ahead
Holland and Zendaya are set to star alongside Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Charlize Theron in Nolan’s The Odyssey, which Universal Pictures will release on July 17, 2026. Meanwhile, Sony and Marvel have Spider-Man 4 scheduled for July 24, 2026, guaranteeing that the beloved duo will dominate headlines in the years to come.
Tom Holland’s thoughtful approach to balancing career, relationships, and personal priorities continues to resonate with fans, while his on- and off-screen chemistry with Zendaya highlights the strength of their partnership. With such an exciting lineup ahead, it’s clear their story — both professional and personal — has only just begun.
