His spider-senses were tingling.
Tom Holland became a real-life superhero when he protected his longtime girlfriend, Zendaya, from aggressive paparazzi during a dinner date.
In footage obtained by TMZ, the Spider-Man: Homecoming star politely pushed the photographer aside so the actress could pass as they exited the Nine Orchard Hotel in New York City on Thursday.
Zendaya seemed gracious as the photographer complied, and she smiled at him as she followed her beau as they held hands.
Tom Holland, walking with Zendaya in New York City, was seen politely pushing the photographer aside so she could pass. TheImageDirect.com Zendaya, pictured here alongside Holland, smiled at the matching photographer as they exited the Nine Orchard Hotel. JC Pictures
Holland and the “Challengers” star, both 28, also encountered over-excited paparazzi later in the night.
A Social media video It showed the pair being swarmed by a mix of fans begging for autographs and photographers as they exited their black SUV.
Holland used more force to clear the way for Zendaya at that point, turning to push someone out of the way and grabbing her arm to get her out of the mess.
Holland forcefully pushed someone out of Zendaya’s path at another point in the night as it was crowded with photographers and fans. GC Images Zendaya can be seen struggling in Thursday night’s chaotic New York City scene above. GC Images Zendaya smiled at Holland as he pulled her out of the group of excited people. JC Pictures
She seemed grateful for his intervention and was seen smiling as she fled the scene.
The couple was in the Big Apple to celebrate the launch of Dutch non-alcoholic beer brand, Bero.
They matched in maroon ensembles, with the “Euphoria” star wearing a form-fitting leather Louis Vuitton dress that featured a plunging neckline and thigh-high slit.
In this segment, Holland looked elegant in a matching shirt, black pants and white Prada shoes.
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The couple was in New York on Thursday, seen above, to celebrate the launch of Dutch non-alcoholic beer brand, Bero. GC Images Zendaya stunned in a maroon Louis Vuitton dress. JC Pictures
The couple posed for photos inside the event, and looked to have a blast as they mingled with guests.
Zendaya and Holland have known each other since 2016, when they starred in Spider-Man: Homecoming.
Although they started out as friends, rumors spread that something else was brewing behind closed doors.
They unofficially confirmed their romance in 2021 when they were caught kissing in Holland’s car.
Holland matched it with a plain t-shirt, black pants, and white sneakers. Rommel Demano/BFA.com The actors have been together since at least 2021. Rommel Demano/BFA.com
Although the couple primarily keeps their relationship private, they have no problem declaring their love for each other every now and then.
In 2021, Holland expressed his admiration for the “comradery” he feels with Zendaya, even saying she’s his “shoulder to cry on” when he needs her.
The following year, Zendaya said it was “amazing” to feel “supported and loved” as a young woman in Hollywood.
