Tom Holland’s Hilarious Spider-Man Stunt Mishap: The Fart Heard ‘Round the Set!
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Tom Holland and Zendaya have always shared a playful chemistry, both on-screen as Spider-Man and MJ and off-screen as close friends—and eventually, a couple. But a recent behind-the-scenes story from the making of Spider-Man: No Way Home has given fans even more reason to adore the duo, showing that even superheroes have to deal with some real-world awkwardness.
During a candid chat with SiriusXM (via People), Holland revealed a hilarious mishap that occurred while filming an intense stunt sequence for the 2021 hit movie. The star admitted that, while swinging through the air in full Spider-Man gear, he accidentally farted on Zendaya.
“It’s tough. The suit’s tight, the harness squeezes it out,” Holland confessed, explaining how the incident happened during one of their web-slinging sequences. The awkwardness didn’t end there—when asked if he confessed to Zendaya immediately, Holland didn’t hold back. “No, I fessed up. Immediately I was like ‘Oh, sorry about that. That’s my bad.’”
Zendaya, ever the good sport, confirmed the embarrassing moment and even shared her reaction, quipping, “It was very obvious; I felt the rattle.” With that, the whole world learned that even superheroes can have less-than-heroic moments.
This funny behind-the-scenes revelation is just one of many that show the close and natural connection between Holland and Zendaya. Fans have watched their friendship evolve ever since they first appeared together in Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2017. While their characters, Peter Parker and MJ, shared an undeniable spark, the chemistry between the two actors was equally palpable. Rumors about their off-screen relationship had swirled for years, but in July 2021, those rumors became a reality when paparazzi caught the couple kissing, officially confirming their relationship.
In addition to sharing fun anecdotes about their time on set, the couple also addressed the chatter surrounding their height difference. At 5’8″, Holland is a couple of inches shorter than Zendaya, who stands at 5’10”. But according to the pair, their height difference was never an issue. “It’s a stupid assumption,” Holland said, to which Zendaya replied, “My mom is taller than my dad. My mom’s taller than everyone.” Clearly, height was the least of their concerns.
While Spider-Man: No Way Home went on to break records, grossing an astounding $121.5M on its opening night and becoming one of the highest-grossing films of all time, it was moments like these—filled with laughter, humility, and authenticity—that made fans fall in love with the actors behind the superheroes. Whether fighting villains or dealing with tight harnesses and accidental farts, Tom Holland and Zendaya’s bond shines through, offering fans a refreshing and relatable glimpse behind the glitz and glamour.
In a world full of action-packed stunts and dramatic moments, it’s these goofy, human stories that remind us why we love the Spider-Man stars—farting mid-swing and all.
