Fans of Zendaya and Tom Holland have reason to celebrate as the beloved couple has taken the next step in their relationship. A source close to the pair confirmed the engagement to PEOPLE, revealing that Holland proposed during the holidays at one of Zendaya’s family homes in the U.S.
Zendaya and Tom Holland’s Private Proposal
According to insiders, Holland’s proposal was an intimate affair, reflecting the couple’s preference for keeping their private life sacred. “It was just the two of them,” a source shared. “Tom had been planning this for a while, and it was everything Zendaya could have hoped for.”
Holland reportedly shared the joyful news with friends around New Year’s, with one source stating, “He’s always been crazy about her. He knew from the start she was the one.” The couple has yet to begin wedding planning due to their packed work schedules. “They’re enjoying this moment and won’t rush into wedding preparations,” another source added.
Zendaya first sparked engagement rumors at the 2025 Golden Globes when she stepped out wearing a stunning diamond ring on her left hand. Fans speculated about the 5.02-carat East-West Cushion Diamond ring from Jessica McCormack, which she sported with a smile and a mysterious shrug when asked about her engagement status.
The couple, both 28, has been together since their off-screen romance blossomed in 2021. Though they’ve maintained a low profile, their bond has been evident through subtle gestures, like Zendaya’s June 2022 Instagram post celebrating Holland’s birthday with a heartfelt caption.
Holland previously hinted at his holiday plans on a December podcast appearance, coyly stating, “I’ll be with my girlfriend’s family, which will be fun.”
Their journey together has been marked by mutual respect and privacy. “Our relationship is something we want to keep as sacred as possible,” Holland said in a past interview.
While fans eagerly anticipate what’s next, the couple is focused on celebrating their engagement in the moment. As one insider put it, “Now it’s official—Tom has always made it clear that Zendaya is his, and she couldn’t be happier.”