Tom Holland praised for protecting Zendaya from paparazzi at BERO launch in New York

Tom Holland stepped in to protect his girlfriend, Zendaya, from an overwhelming crowd of fans and paparazzi in New York City on October 24.

 The couple attended the launch of his non-alcoholic beer brand, BERO. Holland navigated through the crowd after they were briefly separated, reportedly saying “No, no, no” to photographers as he reunited with Zendaya to guide her safely inside. The event, which featured the couple dressed in matching burgundy outfits, quickly went viral on social media as fans admired Holland’s actions.

While fans online celebrated Holland as a “protective boyfriend,” some noted the apparent lack of effective security at the scene. One social media user remarked, “Security wasn’t doing a damn thing, so he took matters into his own hands.” 

This latest incident underscores the couple’s approach to privacy. In 2021, Holland expressed frustration over paparazzi capturing private moments, telling GQ, “Privacy isn’t really in our control anymore… now a moment is shared with the entire world.” Zendaya has previously echoed similar sentiments, calling the experience “invasive.” The couple, known for keeping a low profile, continues to navigate the public’s interest while protecting their relationship.