All About Zendaya’s Engagement Ring

Tom Holland proposed to Zendaya with an east-west set cushion-cut natural diamond engagement ring.

By Hannah Militano | January 8, 2025

Zendaya's engagement ring made its first appearance at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California. (Getty Images)

The first glimpse of Zendaya’s engagement ring broke the internet. When the Challengers actress arrived at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards, she gracefully floated down the red carpet in a rusted orange custom Louis Vuitton gown, styled by Law Roach. As a Global Brand Ambassador for Bulgari, Zendaya radiated glamour in a statement-making High Jewelry necklace featuring diamonds and paraiba tourmalines, paired with a matching cocktail ring and earrings from the iconic Italian jewelry house. But eagle-eyed fans noticed a mystery diamond ring on that special left ring finger that did not seem to be from Bulgari.

Social media instantly went wild with rumors, speculating that Zendaya was officially engaged to her Spider-Man costar and longtime boyfriend, Tom Holland. The next day, sources officially confirmed that Holland proposed to Zendaya at her family home over the holidays.

Meet the Expert

Jessica McCormack launched her namesake jewelry brand in 2008.
She has designed jewelry for numerous celebrities, including Zoë Kravitz, Margot Robbie, Victoria Beckham, and more.

Zendaya's Engagement Ring: Tom Holland proposed with an east-west set cushion cut diamond engagement ring — Zendaya, ring detail, attends the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 05, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. (Getty Images)

Zendaya’s engagement ring is an approximately 5-carat elongated cushion-cut natural diamond is set east-west in a Georgian-style, button-back setting on a yellow gold band. Style sleuths were quick to note its striking resemblance to the antique-inspired designs of UK-based jeweler Jessica McCormack.

When it comes to working with natural diamonds, McCormack told Only Natural Diamonds, “I firmly believe in the unparalleled beauty and authenticity that only natural stones can provide.”

Zendaya and Holland have been together for about three years after meeting on the set of Spiderman: Homecoming in 2016. The two confirmed their romantic relationship in 2021 after they were spotted kissing in a car at a traffic stop.

Aside from wedding planning, Zendaya and Holland are set to star in yet another film together. In 2026, the couple will appear in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey alongside Anne Hathaway, Matt Damon, and Robert Pattinson.

The Origins of the Cushion-Cut Diamond

The cushion-cut is one of the oldest diamond cuts, known for its rounded corners and curved sides. Reminiscent of the old mine cut, it dates back to the 1700s. The cushion-cut features a square or rectangular shape, often called an elongated cushion-cut. At the time, cutting and polishing technology was less advanced, so diamond cutters focused on preserving as much carat weight from the rough stone as possible to avoid waste.

Cushion-cut diamonds come in three main styles: brilliant, crushed ice, and antique (old mine). Brilliant cuts resemble the traditional round brilliant diamond, while crushed ice diamonds feature numerous small facets that create a shimmering effect, similar to a layer of crushed ice. Antique cuts, on the other hand, have larger facets that produce broader flashes of light, appealing to those who prefer a vintage-inspired stone.

Before Zendaya, Gabrielle Union received an 8.5-carat natural diamond cushion-cut diamond ring from her husband, Dwyane Wade. Kanye West proposed to Kim Kardashian with a 15-carat D-color, internally flawless cushion-cut diamond by Lorraine Schwartz in 2013. And in 2017, Prince Harry gave Meghan Markle a special cushion-cut diamond engagement ring.

Shop Cushion-Cut Diamond Designs Inspired By Zendaya’s Engagement Ring

Jessica McCormack 2.10ct Three-Stone Diamond Ring, $63,500, jessicamccormack.com.

Lauren Addison Cushion-Brilliant Diamond Ring, Price Upon Request, laurenaddison.com.

Lizzie Mandler Cushion Cut Diamond with Two Tone Signature Band, Price Upon Request, lizziemandler.com.

Rahaminov Cushion Cut Ring, Price Upon Request, rahaminov.com.

Hamilton 18K Gold and Cushion Cut Diamond 1.62 Total Weight Engagement Ring, $13,300, hamiltonjewelers.com.

Grace Lee Cushion-Cut and Trillion-Cut Diamond Ring, Price Upon Request, gracelee.com.

AARYAH Sofie 5.20-Carat Diamond Ring, $65,000, arryah.com.

Ashley Zhang Collet Cushion Cut Engagement Ring, $52,000, ashleyzhang.com.

Brent Neale One-of-a-Kind Pillow Ring with East-West Cushion Diamond Ring, Price Upon Request, brentneale.com.

Darius Jewels One-Of-A-Kind Cushion Brown Diamond Signet Ring, $25,100, dariusjewels.com.

Ellis Mhairi Cameron Lemon Cushion Cut Organic Engagement Ring, $6,760, ellismhairicameron.com.

What Is an East-West Setting?

By turning classic diamond cuts horizontally on their side, the east-west diamond ring setting offers a fresh, contemporary twist. Today’s couples want rings that reflect their individuality while still standing the test of time, and a natural diamond in an east-west setting strikes that perfect balance between personal expression and enduring elegance

Kate Beckinsale married Len Wiseman with an emerald-cut diamond set east-west, while Portia de Rossi chose a marquise-cut diamond in the same orientation set on a twisted, diamond-covered band when she wed Ellen DeGeneres in 2008. Catherine Zeta-Jones wears a striking east-west marquise diamond engagement ring from her husband, Michael Douglas. Similarly, French businessman Antoine Arnault proposed to supermodel Natalia Vodianova with a pear-shaped diamond with an east-west twist.

Actress Joey King told Only Natural Diamonds how her husband, Steven Piet, decided on her east-west diamond engagement ring. “He had found Mociun and he was curious if I liked the design direction because it was very unique and less traditional,” she explained. “I was obsessed.” Today, the east-west setting has broad appeal, with jewelers around the world offering their own takes on the style at every price point.