The Aunt May depicter shares her admiration for her young co-stars as she reflects on the onscreen and offscren couple's growth, their blossoming romance and their exceptional abilities in the 'Spider-Man' movies.
- August 28, 2024
AceShowbiz - Marisa Tomei, who played Aunt May in the latest "Spider-Man" trilogy, has expressed her pride in her younger co-stars, Tom Holland and Zendaya Coleman. At a Fan Expo 2024 panel in Toronto, Tomei spoke about her favorite aspects of working on the films, "Watching Tom and Zendaya grow up and watching them fall in love... and seeing their phenomenal talent."
Tomei was impressed by the duo's star power and their ability to remain grounded despite their fame. She praised their versatility and declared that they "can do everything!", singing, dancing, acting, performing stunts and even designing fashion.
Holland and Zendaya's love story began on the set of the first "Spider-Man" movie, and in 2021, they confirmed their relationship. Tomei acknowledged their bond, noting that "they carry enormous, enormous star power and they manage to be real people at the same time."
The "Spider-Man" trilogy, which includes "Spider-Man: Homecoming", "Spider-Man: Far From Home" and "Spider-Man: No Way Home", has grossed over $1.5 billion at the box office. Holland and Zendaya have played integral roles in the success of the franchise, and Tomei's admiration for their talent and authenticity is a testament to their impact on the films.