Thomas Stanley Holland, born on June 1, 1996, is an acclaimed English actor best known for his role as Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
He began his career in Billy Elliot the Musical and gained fame with The Impossible (2012).
Holland has received numerous accolades, including a BAFTA Award and recognition on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list in 2019.
Recently, he has been in the news for his engagement to Zendaya, further solidifying his status as a prominent figure in contemporary cinema.
Parents
Tom’s parents are Dominic Holland and Nikki Holland.
Dominic is a comedian, author, and broadcaster, while Nikki is a photographer specializing in headshots and lifestyle photography.
They have four sons, including Tom, born on June 1, 1996, and his younger brothers are twins Harry and Sam, along with Paddy.
Tom has often praised his parents for their supportive upbringing, highlighting their presence during his childhood and their encouragement of his acting career.
Career
Holland began his career in theater with a significant role in Billy Elliot the Musical, where he debuted in 2008.
His performance as Billy showcased his exceptional dancing and acting skills, earning him recognition in London’s West End.
Following his success on stage, Holland made his film debut in the disaster drama The Impossible (2012), directed by J.A. Bayona.
In this critically acclaimed film, he starred alongside Naomi Watts and Ewan McGregor, portraying a young boy caught in the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
His performance was widely praised, helping to establish him as a talented young actor.
Holland’s rise to fame came when he was cast as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
He made his first appearance in Captain America: Civil War (2016), quickly becoming a fan favorite due to his youthful energy and relatable portrayal of the iconic character.
His first solo outing as Spider-Man occurred in Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), which received positive reviews for its light-hearted tone and Holland’s performance.
The film was a commercial success, grossing over $880 million worldwide.
He reprised the role in Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019), which continued to explore Peter Parker’s life after the events of Avengers: Endgame (2019).
This sequel also performed exceptionally well at the box office, earning over $1.1 billion globally.
Holland’s portrayal reached new heights with Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021), a film that became a cultural phenomenon by featuring characters from previous Spider-Man franchises.
It broke numerous box office records, grossing over $1.9 billion and solidifying its place as one of the highest-grossing films of all time.
Beyond his superhero role, Holland has taken on diverse projects that showcase his range as an actor.
In The Devil All the Time (2020), he starred alongside Robert Pattinson and Bill Skarsgård in a psychological thriller directed by Antonio Campos, where he portrayed a character grappling with dark themes.
He also starred in Cherry (2021), playing a former Army medic struggling with addiction in a drama directed by Anthony and Joe Russo.
Additionally, Holland took on the lead role of Nathan Drake in Uncharted (2022), an action-adventure film based on the popular video game series.
