Jacob Batalon Jokes He Played Matchmaker for Tom Holland and Zendaya

Published 07/28/2026, 1:40 AM EDT

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Jacob Batalon jokingly claimed he "made it happen" for Tom Holland and Zendaya's romance at the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere recently. Tom Holland and Zendaya have become one of Hollywood's most beloved couples, with fans following their journey from on-screen chemistry to real-life romance. While the pair usually keep their relationship private, their Spider-Man co-stars never miss an opportunity to tease them in good fun.

That playful dynamic was on full display during the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere in Los Angeles, where one cast member had everyone laughing with a tongue-in-cheek claim about the couple's love story.

Jacob Batalon has a hilarious take on Tom Holland and Zendaya's romance

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Jacob Batalon brought his trademark humor to the Spider-Man: Brand New Day Los Angeles premiere when he jokingly suggested to Variety that he deserved some credit for bringing Tom Holland and Zendaya together. Having starred alongside the pair since Spider-Man: Homecoming, Batalon has shared years of memorable moments with them both on and off screen.

"I don't know about that. I mean I kinda made it happen for them so," Jacob Batalon joked while speaking to Variety at the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere in Los Angeles, playfully brushing off the idea before taking tongue-in-cheek credit for Tom Holland and Zendaya's romance.

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His lighthearted remark to Variety perfectly matched the fun atmosphere surrounding the film's star-studded premiere ahead of its July 31 theatrical release. It also gave fans another glimpse of the genuine camaraderie that has defined the Spider-Man cast for nearly a decade. Moments like these continue to make the cast's off-screen friendship just as enjoyable to watch as their on-screen adventures.

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The trio's easygoing friendship has produced plenty of memorable moments over the years, including one interview where Holland found himself hilariously outmatched by his wife.

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One of the internet's favorite Tom Holland and Zendaya clips came during a playful game with Pedestrian TV, where Holland was challenged to complete the lyrics to Zendaya's 2013 hit Replay. Rather than recognizing one of her biggest songs, he looked completely puzzled.

"I have no idea," Holland said in confusion, admitting he did not know the lyrics, only to sheepishly turn away when Zendaya informed everyone that they were from her own song.

"That's my song, guys. That's Replay. So, thanks, guys," laughing at the situation, Zendaya joked, while calling out both Holland and Jacob Batalon for drawing a blank.

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More than a decade after its release, Replay remains one of Zendaya's signature tracks and continues to find new audiences through viral social media trends. The resurfaced interview only reminded fans of the couple's playful chemistry and effortless sense of humor. It also proved that even Hollywood's favorite husband can occasionally forget one of his wife's biggest hits.

Whether they are promoting a new Spider-Man film or simply joking around in interviews, Tom Holland, Zendaya, and Jacob Batalon continue to remind fans why their friendship remains one of the franchise's most entertaining off-screen dynamics. Their effortless banter has become just as beloved as the on-screen chemistry that first brought the trio together.

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What was your favorite Tom Holland, Zendaya, and Jacob Batalon interview moment over the years? Let us know in the comments! 

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Karishma Dasgupta

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Karishma is an entertainment journalist at Netflix Junkie. She enjoys digging deep into stories and bringing clarity to the often fast-moving world of entertainment. She holds a double Master’s degree in Fashion Business Management and Digital Marketing.

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