Tom Holland is mourning the loss of his dog Tessa after nearly a decade of companionship. He posted a tribute to her on Instagram and shared a photo of Tessa with his family, including his parents and three younger brothers. Tom adopted Tessa when she was a puppy and she quickly became an important member of the Holland family.
Throughout the years, Tessa remained by Tom’s side as he rose to fame, making his debut as Peter Parker in Captain America: Civil War in 2016. He brought her to set whenever possible and even FaceTimed her when he had to go on location. Notably, he brought Tessa to a press event for Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2017, where he described her as a sweet and angelic presence. Despite being well-behaved most of the time, Tessa once caused a distraction on set while Tom was filming with Benedict Cumberbatch.
In an interview, Tom recalled a humorous incident involving Tessa on set with Cumberbatch while they were filming The Current War. Tessa, who was usually well-behaved, was sneezing uncontrollably during a serious scene, causing Cumberbatch to ask for her to be taken out. Despite this, Tessa remained a beloved companion to Tom and even inspired one of his performances when he voiced a dog in Dolittle. He brought Tessa to a screening of the film and based the animated dog character off of her.
Tom’s father, Dom Holland, shared a blog post detailing Tessa’s final days and the impact she had on the family. They planted a tree in her memory and scattered her ashes in the front yard. Dom described Tessa as a remarkable little dog who was adored by everyone in the family. Tom also shared a photo on Instagram introducing Tessa as the newest member of the family in 2014, showcasing their special bond from the beginning.
Tessa’s passing marks the end of a special chapter in Tom Holland’s life, as she was a constant source of comfort and companionship throughout his rise to fame in the entertainment industry. Despite her occasional mischievous behavior, Tessa will be remembered as a beloved member of the Holland family and a loyal companion to the Spider-Man star. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
