Wondering what Zendaya’s family nickname for her fiancé, Tom Holland, is? Fans of the Hollywood couple have grown curious about how the Euphoria star’s inner circle refers to her fiancé. As it turns out, their chosen nickname is a playful nod to Holland’s most famous role.
Here’s everything you need to know about Zendaya, her fiancé’s nickname, its origin, and their latest relationship updates.
Tom Holland has an adorable nickname from Zendaya’s family
Zendaya’s family affectionately refers to Tom Holland as “Spider-Man,” a nod to his iconic role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Zendaya’s family revealed this nickname during a recent gathering in Oakland, where videos on X (formerly Twitter) captured her loved ones calling Holland by his superhero alias. One clip featured an attendee asking Zendaya how to say “I love you” in sign language, followed by the user turning the camera toward Holland and saying, “Oh, hold on, let me get Spider-Man.”
Another video reinforced the nickname, showing Holland holding a baby while the caption reads, “The real Spider-Man. Facts.” Additional footage from the event showed Holland dancing with Zendaya’s family and friends while also capturing moments of him recording Zendaya on his phone. These clips highlighted the actor’s close bond with his fiancée’s inner circle and their playful embrace of his famous character.
Zendaya and Holland recently got engaged over the holidays and have remained in the spotlight since they first met on the set of Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2016. Zendaya confirmed their engagement when she appeared at the 2025 Golden Globes wearing a diamond ring. A source told People that Holland “always knew she was the one” and that the couple shares something “very special.”
Beyond their engagement, the couple inked matching tattoos of each other’s initials. Zendaya placed a small “t” under her armpit while Holland marked a discreet “z” on his rib cage. Instead of rushing to plan a wedding, they prioritize their careers, including their upcoming roles in Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of The Odyssey.
Originally reported by Vritti Johar on ComingSoon.
