'Spider-Man' star Jacob Batalon marries longtime partner Veronica Leahov in private ceremony
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' actor Jacob Batalon is starting a new chapter away from the Marvel universe as the actor has officially tied the knot with longtime partner Veronica Leahov.
The 'Spider-Man' star and the interior designer kept their wedding private, with fans learning of the news through subtle hints from the couple. Batalon’s latest milestone comes after years of building his career as Peter Parker’s best friend Ned Leeds while maintaining a low-key personal life.
'Spider-Man' actor Jacob Batalon ties the knot with Veronica Leahov
Batalon first sparked marriage speculation while promoting 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' alongside Holland and Zendaya. During an interview with Heart, the actor casually referred to Leahov as his “wife” while joking about the nickname she gives him.
“My wife calls me big dog. She doesn’t. I wish she did,” Batalon joked while discussing their relationship. The interview, released on July 28, featured Batalon wearing a ring on his left hand, adding to growing speculation. He had also been spotted wearing similar gold bands, including at the film's Los Angeles premiere on July 27.
Leahov further fueled the rumors after quietly updating her professional website and social media accounts to reflect the name "Veronica Leahov Batalon." Batalon and Leahov first announced their engagement in March 2025 after the actor proposed during a romantic New York City moment.
Sharing photos from the proposal, Batalon described the occasion as the beginning of their lifelong journey together, while Leahov expressed her excitement about spending her future with the actor.
Leahov previously opened up about the engagement, sharing her joy in an Instagram post where she described the moment as the beginning of their forever, writing, “A lifetime of us!!!! I never imagined my heart could hold so much love and feel such depth of emotion. This is the purest happiness I’ve ever known, and I can’t wait to spend forever with the love of my life!!”
Jacob Batalon follows Tom Holland and Zendaya’s path
The actor’s wedding comes as another memorable moment for the Spider-Man cast, following Tom Holland and Zendaya’s marriage news.
Batalon, who plays Ned Leeds in the Marvel franchise, has shared a close friendship with Holland and Zendaya both on and off screen. The trio recently reunited while promoting 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day', making Batalon’s playful mention of his wife even more meaningful for Marvel fans who have followed their journey together.
The marriage announcement also arrives just six weeks after Holland confirmed his own marriage to Zendaya, creating another connection between the beloved Marvel stars. Meanwhile, Holland and Zendaya have continued to keep their marriage away from the spotlight, choosing to maintain a private approach to their wedding celebrations.
The couple has not shared any official photos from their big day, keeping details of the ceremony closely guarded. While Holland has occasionally opened up about their relationship during interviews, he has given fans rare glimpses into their married life and referred to Zendaya as his “wife.”
