Tom Holland and Zendaya Got Matching Ink Ahead of Engagement: 'They Were Lovely,' Tattoo Artist Says (Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

Tom Holland and Zendaya, October 2024.Photo:Rommel Demano/BFA.com/Shutterstock

Rommel Demano/BFA.com/Shutterstock

Tom HollandandZendayamade their mark on one another before getting engaged.

The celebrity couple, both 28, got matching tattoos of each other’s initials Nov. 27 at Boston Tattoo Company on Newbury Street, and the artist who did the custom designs had nothing but wonderful things to say about the pair.

“They were lovely to meet and it was a lot of fun!“Lily Jarnrydtells PEOPLE exclusively.

Zendaya attends the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 05, 2025.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

Zendaya got a small “t” tattoo just underneath her armpit, while her fiancé went with an equally discreet “z” on top of his ribcage.

The pair, who first starred together in 2017’sSpider-Man: Homecoming, went public withtheir relationshipin 2021.

On Jan. 6, PEOPLE confirmed Holland and theDune: Part Twoactress were engaged.TMZwas first to report the news, adding that theUnchartedactor proposed at the home of one of Zendaya’s family members between the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Zendaya — 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards.Burt Harris/PI via ZUMA Press Wire/Shutterstock; Image Press Agency/NurPhoto/Shutterstock

Burt Harris/PI via ZUMA Press Wire/Shutterstock; Image Press Agency/NurPhoto/Shutterstock

At the event, she stunned in a strapless Louis Vuitton custom burnt orange satin dress paired with matching pointed-toe pumps.

Zendaya accessorized with what appeared to be a5.02-carat East-West Cushion Diamond Button Back Ringfrom Jessica McCormack, listed in the engagement section on the jewelry brand’s website, on her ring finger.

“He’s always been crazy about her. He always knew she was the one. They have something very special,” a source told PEOPLE of Holland proposing to theEuphoriastar.

Zendaya and Tom Holland in December 2021.Michael Buckner/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Michael Buckner/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

“Tom’s always had this sweet way of letting the world know that Zendaya is his. Now, it’s official — she really is!” the insider added.

The couple’sSpider-Man: HomecomingandSpider-Man: No Way Homecostar Marisa Tomei also congratulated them, writing “Congrats you two, xoxo😘,” over a photo of Holland and Zendaya at one of the film’s premieres on her Instagram Stories.

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Speaking toGQin November 2021, Holland and Zendaya explained why they keep their relationship out of the spotlight.

“One of the downsides of our fame is that privacy isn’t really in our control anymore, and a moment that you think is between two people that love each other very much is now a moment that is shared with the entire world,” Holland said.

“The equal sentiment [we both share] is just that when you really love and care about somebody, some moments or things, you wish were your own,” Zendaya added.

source: people.com