Tom Holland reveals sweet nickname for Zendaya at Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere
Tom Holland revealed a sweet nickname for Zendaya while promoting Spider-Man: Brand New Day in Rome

Tom Holland has revealed another affectionate nickname for his wife, Zendaya, during the promotional tour for their upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
The actor made the revelation while attending the movie’s premiere event in Rome. During a conversation with reporters, Holland called out to Zendaya using “Maree,” a reference to her middle name, Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman. The moment quickly attracted attention from fans, as Holland has previously referred to the actress publicly as “Z.”
this is the first time we heard tom call z by her second name 😭 that’s so sweet pic.twitter.com/i5llLKnWXR
— elle (@myspideyswift) June 24, 2026
He called her "Maree" that's why she turned around so fast lmao coz who else is yelling that in public where she's known as zendaya😭 pic.twitter.com/0UWyUW2M1a
— jas🎐❤️🔥 (@tayshoneyx) June 24, 2026
While discussing a favourite local gelateria, Holland asked Zendaya if she remembered its name. The actress, who was speaking with reporters nearby, immediately responded, highlighting the couple’s comfortable and playful dynamic.
Zendaya has previously explained that she chose to use only her first name professionally because she liked the simplicity of single-name stars such as Cher and Prince. Although she rarely uses her middle name publicly, it remains significant to her personal identity. The actress has also spoken about how her middle name inspired creative projects, including her character Marie in the film Malcolm & Marie.
The latest public appearance comes as Holland and Zendaya continue promoting Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the next chapter in the popular Marvel franchise. The pair first met while working on Spider-Man: Homecoming and have since become one of Hollywood’s most closely followed couples.
Despite their global fame, both actors have consistently maintained a private approach to their relationship. In previous interviews, Zendaya has explained that while she understands public interest in their romance, she also values keeping parts of their lives away from the spotlight.
The Rome premiere offered another glimpse into their relationship, with Holland’s use of the nickname “Maree” quickly becoming a talking point among fans online.


















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