Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton have confirmed that they remain engaged, dispelling rumors claiming they are married despite having a child together and recent pregnancy news. The actors, known for their thoughtful approach to their private lives, emphasized that while they are expecting another child, they have not yet formalized their union through marriage.
Zawe Ashton spoke candidly about their status during an appearance on the Miss Me? podcast on July 31, addressing confusion stirred by media reports and public assumptions.
Explaining the Origin of Marriage Rumors
The confusion largely stemmed from an interview with Vogue earlier in June where Zawe referred to Tom as her husband, leading many friends, family members, and fans to believe the couple had married secretly. This misunderstanding prompted some uncomfortable messages from acquaintances, assuming exclusion from a wedding or secret elopement.
Zawe recalled these reactions, saying,
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There’s some toxic paragraphs that were thrown my way like, ‘OK, no invite, whatever.’ It’s like, ‘No, no, no, it didn’t happen.’ We didn’t do it in secret. We haven’t eloped. It’s just like a semantic thing.
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—Zawe Ashton
She acknowledged how the terminology can be misleading since the couple sometimes refers to each other as husband and wife in everyday life, rejecting traditional labels like “girlfriend” or “boyfriend,” especially as they have been engaged since 2022 and share a family.
Choosing Engagement Over Immediate Marriage
Despite the pressures of public perception and expectations, Zawe expressed that their lengthy engagement feels meaningful and important rather than rushed. The couple values the time to deepen their understanding before entering marriage.
Zawe elaborated on this viewpoint, stating,
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Engagement has been wonderful. You can’t cheat the process. And people kind of rush through engagement, and I’m like, ‘Engagement is really useful.’ Why is everyone like, ‘I’m getting engaged to get married?’
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—Zawe Ashton
She further explained the broader significance of engagement:
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Be engaged. Work things out. ‘Cause that’s like a big yes that opens up a whole new tapestry of understanding between you, between you and each other’s families. Because you are saying yes to each other’s whole lives. It’s bigger than just the two of you.
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—Zawe Ashton
Tom’s Public Acknowledgment of Zawe’s Support
The couple’s strong partnership has been evident since they began dating in 2021, supporting each other through various career and life moments. This bond was publicly recognized at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards, where Tom Hiddleston accepted the award for Sci-Fi/Fantasy Show of the Year for “Loki.”
During his acceptance speech, Tom gave a rare public tribute to Zawe, saying,
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Zawe, none of this makes sense without you. Thank you for your love and support every step of the way.
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—Tom Hiddleston
Other Celebrity Engagements Announced This Year
Alongside Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton, several other notable figures have shared their engagement news in recent months, reflecting a year of new beginnings in the entertainment and sports worlds.
Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones Celebrate Proposal at College
Indiana Pacers player Tyrese Haliburton recently proposed to his longtime partner, Jade Jones, at Illinois State University, the site of their early relationship. Sharing the moment on Instagram on July 28, Tyrese wrote,
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The place where our story started, and where our next chapter begins.
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—Tyrese Haliburton
Zac Brown and Kendra Scott’s New Chapter
In July 2025, country music star Zac Brown of the Zac Brown Band announced his engagement to jewelry designer Kendra Scott. Their engagement came just two months after revealing their relationship to the public at the American Music Awards.
The couple expressed their joy, sharing,
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We are so happy and grateful that we found each other.
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—Zac Brown & Kendra Scott
Venus Williams Engaged to Andrea Preti
Tennis legend Venus Williams confirmed her engagement to Italian actor Andrea Preti shortly after winning at the Mubadala Citi DC Open on July 22. Venus credited Preti for encouraging her comeback to tennis.
She expressed,
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He encouraged me to get through this, and it’s wonderful to be here. He’s never seen me play.
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—Venus Williams
Victoria Pedretti Opens Up About Her Engagement
Actress Victoria Pedretti announced her engagement to Ethan Delorenzo on Instagram on July 21, writing,
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It’s no secret I’m deeply in love or that I’m engaged to Ethan. I tell everyone I meet.
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—Victoria Pedretti
Love Island UK Duo Uma Jammeh and Wil Anderson Get Engaged
Following their appearance on season 11 of Love Island UK, Uma Jammeh and Wil Anderson revealed their engagement. Uma shared on Instagram on July 14,
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We’ve been sitting on a bad boy piece of information.
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—Uma Jammeh
Coco Jones and Donovan Mitchell’s Engagement Announcement
Disney Channel star Coco Jones and NBA player Donovan Mitchell announced their engagement on July 11 after a romantic poolside proposal at an oceanfront resort.
Will Peltz and Kenya Kinski-Jones Confirm Longtime Commitment
After over ten years together, Will Peltz and Kenya Kinski-Jones announced their engagement in early July. Kenya shared a heartfelt Instagram post on July 9, captioned
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My whole heart for my whole life.
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—Kenya Kinski-Jones
Becca Tilley and Hayley Kiyoko’s Heartfelt Proposal
After seven years of dating, singer-songwriter Hayley Kiyoko proposed to Becca Tilley in Mallorca. Hayley celebrated the moment on Instagram on July 10, stating,
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My dream girl said yes forever…
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—Hayley Kiyoko
They first made their relationship public in 2022, with Becca telling E! News,
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We’ve been together for four years. So the good thing is when we went public, we felt very solid in our relationship.
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—Becca Tilley
Kevin Connolly Proposes to Zulay Henao During Family Gathering
The “Entourage” star proposed to actress Zulay Henao on July 4 during a family celebration on Long Island, New York, marking a romantic Fourth of July moment shared with loved ones.
Kelly Osbourne and Sid Wilson’s Surprise Engagement
Kelly Osbourne received an unexpected engagement ring from Sid Wilson during Ozzy Osbourne’s final Black Sabbath concert on July 5. The proposal took place in front of close family, including Sharon Osbourne, Jack Osbourne, and their son Sidney.
Peter Kraus Embraces Love with Hana Ostapchuk
Following a year of dating, Bachelorette alum Peter Kraus proposed to girlfriend Hana Ostapchuk in July. He reflected on their journey via Instagram,
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Throughout it all, it was always you. I just had to find you. I love you.
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—Peter Kraus
Additional Engagements Highlight 2025’s Romantic Milestones
May and earlier this year brought various announcements across entertainment and sports:
- James Maslow and Caitlin Spears publicly shared their engagement on May 15.
- Candice King and Steven Krueger, known for their roles in “The Vampire Diaries” and “The Originals,” revealed their engagement on May 14.
- TLC star Amy Slaton got engaged to Brian Lovvorn after five months of dating, as shown on “1000-Lb. Sisters,” with a unique proposal inside a haunted house.
- Simu Liu, famed for “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” disclosed his engagement to Allison Hsu on May 11.
- Crystal Hefner, widow of Hugh Hefner, announced her engagement on April 25 at her Hawaii home, seven years after her late husband’s passing.
- Lacey Schwimmer from “Dancing With the Stars” became engaged to singer Frankie Moreno during a Hawaiian vacation in March, marking a relationship thirteen years in the making.
- Rachel Uchitel, known for her involvement in Tiger Woods’ past scandal, announced her engagement to businessman Dan Donovan on March 28.
- Tallulah Willis, daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, shared her engagement to musician Justin Acee, highlighting her distinctive 4-carat diamond ring designed by Karina Noel.
- Jake Paul, the YouTuber turned boxer, proposed to Olympic speed skater Jutta Leerdam on March 22 via a scenic balcony proposal.
- Jacob Batalon, Spider-Man actor, confirmed his engagement to architectural designer Veronica Leahov with a heartfelt message.
- Este Haim, of the band Haim, discreetly confirmed her engagement earlier this year without revealing her partner’s identity.
- Lo Bosworth, “Laguna Beach” alumna, announced her engagement to investor Domenic Natale on January 21 with a romantic message.
- Football quarterback Drake Maye proposed to Ann Michael Hudson during an intimate beach proposal in January.
- Ryan Edwards from “Teen Mom” popped the question to his fiancée Amanda Conner in a memorable snow family vacation proposal.
- Zendaya and Tom Holland, well-known Spider-Man co-stars, went public with their engagement in early January, confirmed by Tom’s father, Dominic Holland.
- Montana Jordan shared the news of his engagement to Jenna Weeks on January 5.
- Chloë Grace Moretz appeared to confirm her engagement to model Kate Harrison on January 1 with ring photos.
- Lastly, “The Circle” stars Jadejha Edwards and Darian Holt announced their engagement with romantic photos on January 1.
Reflection on Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton’s Choice
The decision by Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton to remain engaged highlights a modern perspective on commitment, emphasizing the emotional and spiritual depth of engagement above traditional milestones like marriage certificates. Their openness about the complexities of public expectation around their relationship underscores a thoughtful approach to love and family.
As they continue to grow their family and careers, their story offers an example of prioritizing personal values and meaningful connection over societal pressures.
