Tom Holland’s proposal to Zendaya was a meticulously planned event, months in the making. Before getting down on one knee, the Marvel star prioritized securing a crucial blessing: that of Zendaya’s father, Kazembe Ajamu Coleman. Sources close to the couple revealed that Holland met with Coleman months prior to the proposal to formally request his daughter’s hand in marriage.
This traditional approach reflects Holland’s personal values; he felt it was essential to obtain Kazembe’s approval before proceeding. The meeting proved successful, with Coleman readily granting his blessing. Zendaya’s family, sources say, is overwhelmingly supportive of the couple and considers Holland “a class act.” Their enthusiasm underscores the strong bond between Holland and his future in-laws.
Holland’s meticulous planning extended beyond securing familial approval. He patiently waited for the ideal moment to propose, ultimately choosing a family home in the U.S. sometime between Christmas and New Year’s. The engagement, confirmed after Zendaya displayed her engagement ring at the Golden Globes, was a deeply private affair, limited to just the couple.
The couple’s relationship blossomed after they first met on the set of “Spider-Man: Homecoming,” where they played the iconic on-screen couple, Peter Parker and MJ. While rumors circulated for years, their romance wasn’t publicly confirmed until 2021, when they were photographed sharing a kiss. From that point on, their journey together progressed, culminating in their recent engagement.