Tom Holland, known for his portrayal of Spiderman in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has become one of the most beloved actors in Hollywood. Starting his career with the film “The Impossible” in 2012, Holland gained widespread recognition after joining the MCU and starring in movies like “Spiderman: Homecoming,” “Far From Home,” and other notable films such as “Uncharted” and “Cherry.”
Height Insecurities And Comparisons
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Despite his success, Holland often finds himself at the center of discussions regarding his height. Recently, prior to the release of “Uncharted,” the actor openly discussed comparisons between his height and that of his co-star, Mark Wahlberg.
Holland’s Trick To Appear Taller
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Although actors in the “Uncharted” cast, including Holland, may not be considered short in comparison to the average male height, Holland felt his height was more noticeable when standing beside taller co-stars such as Chris Evans and Jon Favreau. This issue gained further attention when he started dating his “Spiderman” co-star, Zendaya, who stands two inches taller than him. While Holland would often laugh at jokes about his height, he admitted to feeling insecure about being shorter.
To combat this insecurity, Holland revealed a trick he used on red carpets to appear taller in pictures with his taller co-stars. He confessed that he would stand closer to the photographers than the people behind him, manipulating the perspective to create the illusion of greater height. However, he also acknowledged that his height is something he cannot change, stating, “I cannot do anything about my height.”
Height Difference With Mark Wahlberg
Holland and Wahlberg, who have become good friends since working on “Uncharted” together, frequently engage in playful banter and pranks on social media. Prior to the film’s release, Holland shared an “Uncharted” teaser on Instagram, humorously addressing their height difference. In the caption, he clarified that Wahlberg is 5-foot-9, while he himself is 5-foot-8.
The film even includes a lighthearted scene highlighting the height difference between their characters. Wahlberg’s character, Victor Sullivan, jokes about them needing to shrink, to which Holland’s character, Nathan Drake, responds that Wahlberg is only one inch taller. However, Sully playfully suggests it’s more than that, emphasizing the height disparity between the two.
Holland’s Dedication To Physical Transformation
While Holland couldn’t alter his height, he was impressed by Wahlberg’s physique and decided to bulk up for the film. During the lockdown period, he devoted himself to an intense training and diet regimen to gain muscle and avoid looking like a child next to Wahlberg. Holland shared that he spent five months focusing on eating and training to put on weight for the role.
Despite his insecurities about his height, Tom Holland has found success in Hollywood and continues to captivate audiences with his talent and charisma. His candidness about his insecurities and his red carpet trick to appear taller demonstrate his down-to-earth nature and ability to embrace himself while navigating the pressures of the entertainment industry.
