In case you were wondering, Zendaya and Tom Holland know that their height difference is not a big deal at all. (Zendaya’s height is about 5'10", while Tom’s is about 5'8".)
The topic came up when the couple/costars were promoting Spider-Man: No Way Home at a Sirius XM Town Hall event in December 2021. While talking about onscreen kisses, the event’s host Jessica Shaw brought up the fact that fans have noticed that Zendaya is taller than Tom. (LOL, you don’t say?)
“What I’m saying is I’m always fascinated by—because it’s such a misogynistic thing that like, ‘Oh my god, the woman [is taller],’ and it is so problematic,” Shaw explained, according to People.
For their part, Tom and Zendaya agree it’s pretty messed up that people act like it’s a ~thing~, but they aren’t personally bothered by their height difference at all.
Tom said thinking it would be an issue in their relationship was “a stupid assumption,” and Zendaya took things a step further, pointing out how normal their height difference actually is. “This is normal too,” she said. “My mom is taller than my dad. My mom’s taller than everyone.”
Tom backed up that sentiment, pointing out that literally every actor he tested with for Spider-Man: Homecoming was taller than him—something he thinks *might* have been an intentional choice on the part of the film’s director.
“I remember when we were doing the Spider-Man screen tests…you’d have to ask [director] Jon Watts this question, but every girl that we tested for both roles was taller than me,” Tom explained. “I wonder whether that was a decision Jon had made. There was no one that tested that was shorter than I was. To be fair, I am quite short, so maybe that was a decision Jon Watts made and something he was aware of and wanted to break the stereotype. I think it’s great.”
Ditto, Tom.
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Greetings, enthusiasts of the fascinating dynamics within the realm of celebrity relationships! As a seasoned observer and aficionado of the intricate web of Hollywood gossip and dynamics, I'm here to shed light on the recent revelation regarding Zendaya and Tom Holland's seemingly inconspicuous height difference.
My extensive knowledge of celebrity interviews, coupled with an acute awareness of the entertainment industry's nuances, allows me to delve into the evidence presented during the Sirius XM Town Hall event in December 2021. At this event, the delightful couple and Spider-Man: No Way Home co-stars Zendaya and Tom Holland addressed the topic of their height difference with the host, Jessica Shaw.
Zendaya, standing at an impressive 5'10", and Tom Holland, with a height of approximately 5'8", found themselves at the center of a discussion initiated by Shaw, who playfully acknowledged the apparent height contrast between the two. The couple, however, demonstrated a commendable level of maturity and nonchalance towards the issue, countering societal expectations.
To bolster the argument against the perceived societal stigma, Zendaya and Tom shared personal anecdotes. Zendaya confidently asserted the normalcy of their height difference, drawing parallels to her own family dynamics where her mom is taller than her dad, reinforcing the idea that such variations are not uncommon.
Tom Holland, exhibiting a nuanced understanding, reflected on his experience during the Spider-Man screen tests for Homecoming. He revealed that every actress tested for roles in the film happened to be taller than him. Tom speculated that this might have been a deliberate choice by director Jon Watts, suggesting a conscious effort to challenge and break stereotypes within the industry.
The couple's candid responses showcased a collective agreement that societal norms regarding height differences in relationships are outdated and should be reconsidered. Tom's acknowledgment of his own height and the deliberate casting choices made by the director further solidify their stance.
In conclusion, this episode provides a refreshing perspective on the often scrutinized aspects of celebrity relationships, highlighting the couple's resilience against societal expectations and their willingness to challenge stereotypes within the entertainment industry. It's a testament to the evolving norms and attitudes within Hollywood, where personal connections transcend superficial judgments based on physical attributes.
