Tom Holland Talks About His Journey to Sobriety and Relationship with Zendaya
In a recent interview on Jay Shetty’s podcast, actor Tom Holland opened up about his journey to sobriety and how he realized that he was addicted to alcohol. The 27-year-old British actor revealed that he has been sober for one year and four months, calling it one of the hardest things he has ever done.
Holland explained that his realization came after partaking in a “dry January,” where he decided to give up alcohol for a month. However, he found himself constantly thinking about drinking and realized that he may have an alcohol addiction.
He decided to extend his sobriety period to two months, thinking that if he could go without alcohol for that long, he could prove to himself that he didn’t have a problem. But even after two months, he still struggled and felt unable to socialize without alcohol.
Holland then made the decision to go another three months without alcohol until his birthday on June 1. By the time he reached that milestone, he said he was the happiest he had ever been in his life. He experienced better mental clarity, improved sleep, and found it easier to handle challenges on set.
The actor admitted that he used to rely on alcohol to enjoy events and social situations, especially within the rugby community. But since quitting drinking, he has distanced himself from that culture, recognizing that it was not serving him well.
Holland emphasized that he is not trying to push his sober lifestyle on others but hopes to encourage people to drink less if they can. He acknowledged that quitting alcohol was the best thing he has ever done and has found healthier alternatives to enjoy.
In addition to his sobriety journey, Holland also talked about his relationship with actress Zendaya. The two met while filming the Spider-Man movies and have been rumored to be dating since 2017. They denied the rumors for years but finally confirmed their relationship in a recent podcast interview.
Holland expressed gratitude for having Zendaya in his life, noting that it’s interesting to be in a romantic relationship with someone who understands the pressures of their industry. He values being able to share experiences with her and considers it invaluable.
As Holland continues his journey to sobriety and nurtures his relationship with Zendaya, he hopes to inspire others to make positive changes in their lives while respecting each individual’s choices.