Tom Holland took thoughtful steps to propose to Zendaya, seeking her father’s blessing before popping the question.
Tom Holland has taken a heartfelt and traditional approach to his proposal to Zendaya, seeking her father’s blessing before making the big move. In a recent blog post, Tom’s father, Dominic Holland, revealed some touching details about his son’s engagement plans, shedding light on how the young actor’s approach differed from his own when proposing to Tom’s mother, Nikki, back in 1994.
Dominic, a comedian and author, shared his pride in Tom’s preparation for the proposal. “He was incredibly well-prepared,” Dominic wrote on his Patreon blog, noting that his son had thought of every detail. “He had purchased a ring, spoken with her father, and gained permission to propose to his daughter.” According to Dominic, Tom had everything mapped out — from the timing, location, and what to say, to even choosing what to wear.
The post also revealed a glimpse of family life, as Dominic reflected on raising his four children — Tom, Harry, Sam, and Paddy — with Nikki. His praise for Tom’s maturity and thoughtfulness highlights the strong family bonds the actor shares with his loved ones.
Zendaya’s diamond engagement ring, spotted on her left-hand ring finger at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards, confirmed the couple’s engagement, which had been kept private until the announcement. An insider close to the family shared with People that “everyone close to them knew an engagement was happening” but no one knew when exactly, as Holland had been preparing for the moment “for a while.”
Tom and Zendaya have kept their relationship relatively private, only sharing select moments with their fans. However, the news of their engagement has sent waves of excitement through their fan base. The couple, who met on the set of Spider-Man, has remained close throughout the years, with fans eagerly watching as their bond grew stronger.
This engagement marks a significant milestone for the couple, who have managed to keep much of their personal lives out of the public eye despite their rising fame. Tom’s respectful and thoughtful approach to the proposal, along with Zendaya’s beautiful engagement ring, has only added to the warmth surrounding the news.
