Inside Tom Holland and Zendaya’s VERY down to earth lives in leafy London suburb – after Euphoria star flashes ‘engagement’ ring at the Golden Globes
As one of the hottest couples in Hollywood, you would expect Tom Holland and Zendaya to live in a gated community in LA with 24/7 security and safe from the public.
The A-list couple, both 28, who are rumored to have gotten engaged over Christmas and are reportedly looking forward to ‘starting a family’, have opted to make their permanent home in a much quieter location.
Tom, who met Zendaya in 2017, bought a £2.5 million home in 2018 in Richmond, the leafy south-west London suburb known for its royal parks, Thameside location and cameos in the popular Apple TV Ted Lasso series.
In the nearly eight years since, the couple have often been spotted quietly enjoying the anonymity this affluent part of Surrey affords them – and with a ring now apparently on Zendaya’s finger, this could be the place the couple heads to is looking to start a family. in.
Sources exclusively revealed to DailyMail.com that Tom took an ‘old fashioned’ approach and got permission from her family before asking for his Spider-Man: Homecoming co-star’s hand in marriage.
“The proposal was sweet and romantic and took place over the holidays,” the insider said. He did it the old-fashioned way and got permission from her parents. Everyone is excited.”
The source continued, “They are the most normal couple at home, and she is ready to spend her life with him.
‘She got everything she dreamed of and marrying Tom and starting a family is next on her list.
Who needs LA? Tom Holland and Zendaya, who have been dating since 2017 and are believed to be engaged at Christmas, are enjoying a quiet life in the leafy Richmond district of south-west London.
Sparkler: Zendaya showed off a dazzling ring finger at the Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton in LA on Sunday night
It’s thought her Spider-Man boyfriend asked her parents’ permission before popping the question
Zendaya had all eyes on her this weekend when she showed off a stunning diamond cluster ring to photographers on the Golden Globe Awards red carpet.
The day before, the 28-year-old actress was spotted in West Hollywood wearing the same ring as she arrived at an event to promote her hit film Challengers, ahead of the Academy Award nominations announcement later this month.
However, it is not Hollywood, but the beautiful enclave of Richmond where the couple retreats when they are not filming blockbusters.
Here, FEMAIL takes a look at exactly how the couple live their lives under the radar: enjoying Richmond’s beautiful parks, coffee shops and local tourist attractions…
DOG WALKS IN RICHMOND PARK, HAMPTON COURT AND A BITE OF EATING AT PETERSHAM NURSERIES
Hollywood King and Queen! The pair enjoyed a date at Henry VIII’s former home on the Thames, Hampton Court Palace, in the spring of 2023.
Like regular tourists, the couple posed for snapshots at a banquet table in the royal palace
During Tom’s performance as Romeo in Shakespeare’s famous play at the Duke Of York Theater last year, he enjoyed a 40-minute drive home after the show.
The couple were often spotted close to their home during the Spiderman star’s three-month run, taking long walks with their beloved black miniature schnauzer, Noon, in Richmond Park.
The historic park, once Henry VIII’s hunting grounds, is it largest of London’s Royal Parks – covering an area of approximately 1,000 hectares, making it the perfect green space to get lost in.
A local resident told MailOnline: ‘There are a lot of celebrities living in Richmond but not many of us have seen Tom and Zendaya.
‘Most people don’t bat an eye when a famous face walks through town; they usually go unnoticed.’
With their dog Noon by their side, the couple were spotted last year walking through Petersham Meadows, home to Petersham Nurseries, a luxury garden centre, café and restaurant.
Luxury: Richmond’s riverfront, full of coffee shops and chic restaurants, has attracted many celebrities out west
The popular Apple TV series Ted Lasso has also shined a light on Richmond; The three-series show features the trials and tribulations of Richmond FC and stars Jason Sudekis as American football coach Lasso
And the couple also enjoyed a date at another place loved by one of history’s most famous kings: Hampton Court Palace.
Last spring, the couple enjoyed a fun day out at Henry VIII’s former home on the banks of the river guided tour of the spectacular baroque palace.
One photo showed the couple sitting on two large chairs at a long table with several silver dishes.
The couple also enjoyed towpath and meadow walks near Petersham Nurseries.
The super chic ‘rustic chic’ garden center with a café and chic restaurant the middle of Petersham Meadows has been a favorite of Richmonders since it opened in 1997 – and is the perfect place for a quiet cup of English tea away from prying eyes.
THE HOUSE: HOW A SIX BEDROOM HOUSE WITH POTENTIAL TOM WEST HAD
Wow! The extensive two-year renovations taking place at Tom Holland’s £2.5million west London home have been revealed in new photos (recently pictured)
After scaling the property to their own bespoke designs, it is thought the couple will make their Richmond home their main property (pictured in October)
Changes: The actor changed large parts of the structure and added additional living space before moving into the house. Right: A new image shows what the fencer’s whereabouts look like now
Refurbishment: The Mail on Sunday previously revealed how the star bought the six-bedroom property in 2018 but wanted it extensively renovated before moving in
The Spider-Man star bought his extensive home in 2018 for £2.5 million – and then embarked on a major renovation.
The actor apparently wanted to change large parts of the structure and add additional living space before moving into the house.
The seven-figure renovations were perhaps the biggest flag the couple planned to make South West London their permanent home.
Tom lived with his comedian father Dominic and photographer mother Nicola until he bought the six-bed property – and it is thought his parents still live nearby.
Now complete, the house is thought to have a cinema – ideal for a cinema-going couple, plus a sauna and games room in a new extension to the rear.
Tom also secured permission for a larger cellar and a timber-clad garden room overlooking landscaped gardens.
MIDDLE CLASS COMFORT: WAITROSE AND COFFEE TO GO FROM GAIL’S
Supermarket visit: The couple pictured in a local Waitrose in 2023
In the spring of 2023, Tom and Zendaya showed that they were a) the epitome of domestic bliss and b) just like any other wealthy couple in South West London, with a trip to their local Waitrose.
The couple walked hand in hand as they drank coffee before going shopping at the middle-class beloved supermarket.
Zendaya helped drive the trolley as the pair stocked up on groceries, while Tom stopped to pose for a selfie with a fan.
Zendaya was seen flashing a cheeky smile when the youngster asked for a photo with Tom, but didn’t realize who his superstar was. Emmy Award-winning actress girlfriend was.
EVERYONE NEEDS AN A-LIST NEIGHBORHOOD! OTHER STARS IN RICHMOND
Jesse Wood and Fearne Cotton, who announced their split before Christmas, live in Richmond with Jesse’s father Ronnie Wood and Rolling Stones bandmate Mick Jagger, both of whom also once owned riverside properties in the city of Thameside.
Other famous long-term residents in the posh area of south-west London include Lord David Attenborough, left, and Black Doves star Sarah Lancashire
Inception star Tom Hardy also raised his young family in Richmond with wife Charlotte Riley before fleeing the country after trouble with a female stalker
In this part of South West London, Tom and Zendaya are certainly in good company; many a celebrity has settled in the area – with Tom Hardy, Lord David Attenborough, Fearne Cotton and Sarah Lancashire among those currently living in the area.
The Rolling Stones also fell in love with the view of the Thames, with Mick Jagger and Jerry Hall spending much of their wedding at Downe House on Richmond Hill.
Ronnie Wood’s sprawling mansion nearby went on sale last year for £20 million, and his son Jesse Wood has a family home in the area, which he still shares with his soon-to-be ex-wife Fearne Cotton and their children.
And Tom Hardy was once a frequent sight in town too, heading to his local gym or running errands with his wife Charlotte Riley.
The Inception star, 47, is now said to be living in the Sussex countryside after the couple sold their £3.5million home after being stalked by a female fan. He described the move from Richmond as “the best thing I’ve ever done.”