Tom Holland, born Thomas Stanley Holland on June 1, 1996, is an English actor who began his career as a dancer. He is the son of photographer Nicola (née Frost) and comedian and author Dominic Holland. Holland received early training in hip-hop and contemporary dance, which led to his role in Billy Elliot the Musical in London's West End from 2008 to 2010. He gained recognition for his role in the disaster drama The Impossible (2012).
Holland is internationally recognized for his portrayal of Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, debuting in Captain America: Civil War (2016) and later starring in Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017). His films have grossed over $9.9 billion worldwide, making him one of the highest-grossing film actors of all time. Holland has received numerous accolades, including a BAFTA Award and three Saturn Awards.