Zendaya’s relationship with Tom Holland has been shrouded in secrecy, with the couple maintaining a low profile since their romance began. However, Zendaya’s K.C. Undercover co-star, Tammy Townsend, recently shared insight into the couple’s early days together, revealing that their bond was evident even then.
In an interview with People magazine, Townsend, who played Zendaya’s mother on the Disney Channel series, explained that she was aware of the growing connection between the two even while Zendaya was filming the show and Holland was starring in Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017). “I knew it was serious. Tom would just come through and see what we were doing,” she said, reflecting on the early stages of their relationship.
According to Townsend, the cast could sense the strong chemistry between Zendaya and Holland, although they kept their budding romance largely private. She praised Holland as “a really cool kid,” further solidifying the friendly and genuine nature of their relationship.
Trinitee Stokes, who portrayed Zendaya’s sister on K.C. Undercover, also spoke fondly of Holland, recalling how he spent time on set, “just hanging around” while filming. The 18-year-old actress shared that Holland is “so funny” and expressed her happiness in watching their relationship grow over time. “It’s an exciting journey,” she added, noting how proud she was to see them progress from their early days of romance to now, with their engagement being publicly confirmed in 2025.
Holland’s affection for Zendaya has been no secret. At the 2025 Golden Globes, Zendaya’s sparkling ring sparked engagement rumours, and the following morning, a family source confirmed the news. “Everyone close to them knew it was happening,” the source revealed. A second insider added, “He’s always been crazy about her. He always knew she was the one. They have something very special.”
The couple’s engagement marks the official recognition of their deep bond, which fans had long speculated about, and the announcement has only added to the excitement surrounding the pair’s journey from co-stars to life partners.
