Tom Holland faces backlash over Zendaya birthday snub

Tom Holland has faced criticism from fans after choosing not to publicly acknowledge his wife Zendaya’s 30th birthday on social media.

Zendaya celebrated the milestone birthday on September 1, but the Spider-Man actor did not share a dedicated post or public message for his wife. His decision quickly caught the attention of fans, with some describing his behaviour as distant and questioning why he did not mark the occasion online.

The discussion gained momentum a day later when Holland shared a promotional post related to fitness and his non-alcoholic beer brand, Bero. In the post, the actor wrote, “Nothing like a good workout at @barrys followed by a @berobrewing.”

While the post was focused on his workout and business venture, the comment section soon became dominated by fans asking about Zendaya’s birthday. Several followers openly questioned why Holland had not shared a birthday tribute for his wife.

One fan asked why he had not posted anything for Zendaya’s birthday, while another questioned the absence of a birthday message. Others directly reminded the actor that it was his wife’s special day.

Some followers expressed disappointment that Holland appeared to have time to promote his fitness routine and business but did not make a public gesture for Zendaya.

However, not everyone agreed with the criticism. A number of fans defended Holland, arguing that a couple does not need to publicly celebrate every important moment on social media.

One supporter pointed out that Holland lives with Zendaya and could have wished her privately rather than posting about it online. Another fan suggested that people should respect the couple’s decision to keep aspects of their relationship away from the public eye.

Others urged fans to stop analysing every social media interaction between the two stars. Some also questioned whether Holland personally manages his social media account, suggesting that the absence of a birthday post should not automatically be interpreted as a sign of problems in their relationship.

Meanwhile, Zendaya celebrated turning 30 by sharing a nostalgic childhood photograph with her followers. The actress used the occasion to thank fans for their birthday wishes and reflect on the final year of her twenties.

In her heartfelt message, Zendaya expressed gratitude for the experiences of the past year and excitement about entering a new chapter of her life. She ended the post by celebrating the milestone with the words, “here’s to 30!!!!!”

Tom Holland and Zendaya’s relationship

Holland and Zendaya first met while working together on Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2016. Their on-screen chemistry quickly became a major talking point among fans, although both actors initially kept their personal relationship private.

Their romance became public in 2021 after photographs emerged showing the pair sharing a kiss inside a car in Los Angeles. Following the revelation, Holland and Zendaya gradually became more open about their relationship while still maintaining relatively strong boundaries around their private lives.

Reports of their engagement emerged in late 2024, further increasing public interest in their relationship. The couple has continued to keep many details of their personal lives away from the spotlight.

Reports in early 2026 also claimed that Holland and Zendaya had a private, low-key wedding, adding another chapter to their highly followed relationship.

Despite the latest social media controversy, there has been no indication from either star that the absence of a public birthday post reflects any issue between them. For many supporters, the incident simply highlights the difference between celebrating a relationship privately and sharing personal moments with millions of followers online.