Tom Holland has denied the rumors that he and his longtime girlfriend, Zendaya, have broken up. The speculation began after Zendaya removed all the people she was following on Instagram, including Holland.
The 27-year-old actor spoke about his relationship status on January 12 in Los Angeles, California. A TMZ reporter approached him and asked about the ongoing rumors. Holland made it clear that the breakup speculation was false. When asked if they had split up, he quickly responded: “No, absolutely not.”
Zendaya’s Social Media Change Sparked Rumors
At the start of January, Zendaya changed her social media activity by unfollowing all the people she previously followed on Instagram. This included her friends, colleagues, and even Holland. Many fans noticed this and started speculating about problems in their relationship. However, Holland is still following Zendaya on Instagram.
Zendaya has not explained why she made this change, but some fans believe she did it to focus on her upcoming projects. She has been sharing posts about her new films, including The Challengers. Earlier this month, she posted a promotional image of herself from the movie on Instagram.
Along with the photo, she wrote:
“Challengers April 26th. Wishing you all the most beautiful new year.”
What Zendaya’s New Movie Is About
The Challengers is an upcoming sports drama where Zendaya plays the role of a tennis coach. In the film, her character is training her husband for a match. The twist is that her husband’s opponent is someone she previously dated.
The movie was originally supposed to be released in September 2023. However, due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, its release was delayed until April 26, 2024. The strike, which affected many Hollywood productions, finally ended in November 2023.
Zendaya Also Addressed Engagement Rumors
This is not the first time Zendaya and Holland have been at the center of rumors about their relationship. A few months ago, Zendaya had to deny speculation that she was engaged to Holland.
The rumors started in September 2023 when she posted a selfie on Instagram. In the picture, she was wearing a pearl ring with a studded band. Many fans immediately assumed that the ring was an engagement ring and that Holland had proposed to her.
After seeing the online discussions, Zendaya decided to set the record straight. She posted an Instagram video, which has since been deleted, and said:
“I can’t post anything, you guys. I posted it for my hat. Like, not for the ring on my right hand, you guys, seriously.”
She seemed amused by the situation and joked: “You think that’s how I would drop the news? You think, like, what?”
Later, she posted a full-body picture where she was wearing a Golden State Warriors hat. The reflection of the ring could be seen in a car’s surface. She captioned the photo: “Let me just put the full body back so y’all can relax lmao.”
How Zendaya and Tom Holland’s Relationship Started
Zendaya and Holland first met while working on Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2017. From the beginning, there was speculation that they were dating. However, they did not confirm their relationship at that time.
In July 2021, their relationship was finally confirmed when paparazzi photos surfaced of them kissing in a car. Since then, they have been seen together on multiple occasions, but they prefer to keep their romance private.
Unlike some celebrity couples who frequently post about their love lives, Zendaya and Holland rarely share details about their relationship on social media. They do, however, support each other publicly. Over the years, they have been spotted at events together and have shared sweet tributes to each other.
Zendaya’s Views on Privacy in Relationships
As one of the most famous actresses of her generation, Zendaya has often spoken about the challenges of maintaining privacy in her personal life. She has acknowledged that being in the public eye means that fans will always be curious about her relationship. However, she also believes in keeping some things to herself.
In an interview with Elle in August 2023, she talked about how she handles fame and relationships. She said:
“I can’t not be a person and live my life and love the person I love. But also, I do have control over what I choose to share.”
She explained that while she appreciates her fans and their interest in her life, she has learned to set boundaries.
“It’s about protecting the peace and letting things be your own but also not being afraid to exist. You can’t hide. That’s not fun, either. I am learning to balance it more than ever now.”
Tom Holland’s Perspective on Keeping Their Relationship Private
Holland also believes in maintaining privacy when it comes to his relationship with Zendaya. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter in June 2022, he explained why they prefer to stay low-key.
“Our relationship is something that we are incredibly protective of, and we want to keep as special as possible,” he said. “We don’t think that we owe it to anyone. It’s our thing, and it has nothing to do with our careers.”
Even though they are both successful actors, they want to separate their personal lives from their professional ones.
Fans Continue to Support Them
Despite the breakup rumors, many fans continue to support Holland and Zendaya’s relationship. After Holland denied the rumors, social media was filled with positive comments from their followers.
Zendaya and Tom Holland (Credit: Getty Image)Many people appreciated that they did not let the speculation affect them. Others admired how they choose to stay private while still showing love and respect for each other.
Zendaya and Holland’s relationship has always been a topic of interest, but they have proven time and again that they are committed to each other. By keeping their personal lives out of the spotlight, they are able to focus on their careers and their happiness together.
Looking Ahead
As Zendaya prepares for the release of The Challengers, and Holland continues his career, fans are excited to see what the future holds for them. Although they may not share every detail of their relationship, they continue to support each other in their own way.
Whether it’s through kind words in interviews or showing up at each other’s events, their bond remains strong. While rumors will always exist, one thing is clear—Tom Holland and Zendaya are still together and happy.