Tom Holland, Tom Daley. Photo Credit: @tomdaley
Tom Daley and Tom Holland provided a modern contrast to the formal diplomacy of King Charles III’s 2026 U.S. state visit, highlighting British cultural influence across the country.
While the King conducted high-level meetings in Washington, D.C., and New York, the two Toms made headlines for their own high-profile appearances. Daley first appeared at the British Ambassador’s Garden Party in the capital, serving as a representative for British sport and advocacy during the royal arrival.
The two icons later connected on April 30 in Sherman Oaks, CA, during a promotional event for Holland’s non-alcoholic beer brand, Bero.
This meeting featured a viral exchange where Daley presented Holland with a handcrafted, spiderweb-themed can holder he had crocheted courtside.
During the event, Holland revealed that he and Zendaya have actually taken up crocheting as a private hobby to decompress.
Their interaction in Los Angeles closed out the week of the royal tour, blending the traditional protocol of the monarchy with the global reach of British entertainment and athletics.
