A family source confirmed the news to People magazine, revealing that Tom had been planning the proposal for some time.
“Everyone close to them knew an engagement was happening,” the source said, adding that Tom shared the news with friends around the New Year. “He’s always been crazy about her. He always knew she was the one. They have something very special.”
Despite their engagement, the couple has no immediate plans to rush into a wedding. “They will just enjoy things for now,” the source noted, pointing out that both stars are busy with ongoing work commitments.
According to TMZ, the proposal was an intimate and romantic moment that took place between Christmas and New Year’s Day at one of Zendaya’s family homes in the United States.
The engagement speculation first gained traction when Zendaya was spotted wearing a diamond ring on her left hand at the Golden Globe Awards. When asked about the ring by a Los Angeles Times reporter, Zendaya reportedly smiled coyly and shrugged, fueling curiosity.
The couple’s romance dates back to their roles as Peter Parker and Michelle in Marvel’s 2017 blockbuster, Spider-Man: Homecoming. Dating rumors surfaced in 2021 after the two were photographed kissing in a car. Since then, Tom and Zendaya have openly expressed their love for each other on social media.
One memorable instance was Tom’s heartfelt birthday post in 2021, where he called Zendaya “my MJ.” She reciprocated later by calling him “my Spider-Man.”
Fans have celebrated the news of their engagement, marking yet another milestone in the beloved couple’s relationship.