Zendaya’s baby bump photo has gone viral across social media, leaving fans convinced that the actor is expecting her first child with Tom Holland. However, it looks like the viral image is fake and was created using artificial intelligence, with the original photograph dating back to 2023.The manipulated picture appears to show Zendaya, 29, walking through a park with her Spider-Man: Brand New Day co-star and husband Tom Holland, 30, while sporting a visible baby bump in a crop top. The image quickly sparked pregnancy rumours online.
Fake AI photo fuels Zendaya pregnancy rumours with Tom Holland
However, The Sun has confirmed that the viral photograph is AI-generated and not authentic. The original image, taken in London in 2023, showed Zendaya with a flat stomach, and there is no indication that the couple are expecting a baby.
The original image of Tom Holland and Zendaya was taken in London in 2023. (Photo: ISO)
Zendaya and Tom Holland have faced AI image rumours before
This is not the first time the Hollywood couple have been targeted by AI-generated images.Earlier, as speculation swirled about Zendaya and Tom Holland secretly tying the knot, fake wedding photographs spread widely on social media. One viral image showed Zendaya in an elaborate corset-style wedding gown, while another featured Tom celebrating in a tuxedo.Both actors later dismissed the images as fabricated.Speaking on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in March, Zendaya revealed how convincing the AI-generated wedding photos had become.“Many people have been fooled by them,” she said. “While I was just out and about in real life, people were saying, ‘Oh my God, your wedding photos are gorgeous.’ And I was like, ‘Babe, they’re AI.'”Tom Holland also recalled that even his grandmother believed the wedding images were genuine and wondered why she had not been invited.
Zendaya confirms marriage to Tom Holland
The fake pregnancy rumours come just weeks after Zendaya appeared to confirm that she and Tom Holland are officially married, putting months of speculation to rest.While promoting Spider-Man: Brand New Day in Mexico City, the Euphoria star seemingly acknowledged her marital status during a fan interaction. As Zendaya and Holland walked the red carpet, a fan called out, “Will you marry me, please?” Laughing, Zendaya replied, “You’re too late!” Her response was widely interpreted by fans as confirmation that the couple had tied the knot.Her playful remark came after Holland addressed months of speculation about a secret wedding during a June 16 interview, effectively putting the rumours to rest.Neither Zendaya nor Tom has publicly addressed the latest AI-generated pregnancy image.
Zendaya dominates Hollywood’s 2026 box office
Meanwhile, Zendaya is having one of the biggest years of her career.According to a recent Forbes report, the actor has emerged as 2026’s highest-grossing actor, with her films generating nearly $2 billion worldwide this year alone. Her box office success has been powered by Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, while Dune: Part Three is still scheduled for release later this year.Forbes also named Zendaya and Tom Holland 2026’s highest-grossing couple, highlighting their simultaneous success at the global box office.
Tom Holland on working with Zendaya
During a 2024 appearance on the Dish podcast, Tom Holland spoke candidly about collaborating with Zendaya on film sets and how their relationship helps them professionally.“Studios love it: One hotel room,” he joked, before adding, “Separate drivers. We’re not crazy.”The actor also said their shared profession allows them to understand each other in ways few others can.“Zendaya and I have been such a strong couple,” he said.He added that they often exchange knowing glances when directors offer notes they may not agree with, saying those moments become conversations they look forward to having once filming wraps.