The rumors were true! Tom Holland and Zendaya are officially engaged, and we have Spider-Man's bestie, Jacob Batalon, to thank for the confirmation. After weeks of speculation (and some serious ring-spotting), the news is finally out—Tom popped the question between Christmas and New Year, and Zendaya showed off her dazzling diamond at the Golden Globes.
Jacob, who plays Ned in the "Spider-Man" films, accidentally let it slip during an interview with Metro while promoting his new movie "Novocaine." When asked if he and Tom had planned their engagements together—since Jacob also proposed to his girlfriend this year—he laughed and denied any coordination.
© XNY/Star Max"I definitely did not, we did not know about each other's plans like that," he said. "But I will say I thought about it first!"
So, there you have it, a confirmation straight from Peter Parker's sidekick himself.
Tom Went Full Gentleman Mode
According to sources, Tom made sure to do things the old-fashioned way. Before proposing, he asked Zendaya's family for their blessing, making the moment even sweeter. An insider revealed to DailyMail.com that the proposal was "romantic and happened over the holidays." Zendaya's family is reportedly over the moon, and so are we.
© Backgrid/The Grosby Group"They are the most normal couple at home, and she is ready to spend her life with him," the source added. "She has gotten everything she dreamed of, and marrying Tom and starting a family is next on her list."
The Golden Globes Ring Reveal
Zendaya didn't exactly hide the engagement news. She attended the Golden Globes in January, rocking a stunning diamond ring, basically letting the world know without saying a word. According to insiders, she was fully aware that her ring would spark speculation, but she was totally okay with it.
© FilmMagic"She loves Tom, and he has been with her through thick and thin," a source shared. "They have a unique private romance, and although they may seem very opposite, nothing could be further from the truth."
© WireImageTom's Ready to Trade Web-Slinging for Dad Duty
If you thought Tom would keep up his action-packed Hollywood career forever, think again. The actor has made it clear that he's retiring from acting when kids enter the picture. "When I have kids, you will not see me in movies anymore," he told Men's Health. "Golf and dad—that's it. I will just disappear off the face of the earth."
So, if you ever wonder where Tom Holland went in a few years, just check the nearest golf course or playground.
What's Next for Hollywood's Favorite Couple?
Tom and Zendaya have already built a life together, owning a $3.7 million home in London's Richmond neighborhood, and now, they're gearing up for forever. Whether wedding bells are ringing soon or they take their time, this love story is one for the books.
