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Florence Pugh says Tom Holland secured her role in Spider‑Man: Brand New Day
The actress explained on Jimmy Fallon’s show how Holland’s endorsement helped bring Yelena Belova into the new Spider‑Man film.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Florence Pugh appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and said Tom Holland’s encouragement was key to her casting in the upcoming Marvel film Spider‑Man: Brand New Day. "This all happened because of Tom," Pugh told the host, recalling a moment on a red carpet where Holland expressed a desire to work with her.
Pugh, who first played Yelena Belova in 2021’s Black Widow, has since returned to the role in 2025’s Thunderbolts and now in the 2026 Spider‑Man installment. The film, which premiered on July 31, has earned $2.49 billion domestically, making it the third‑highest‑grossing movie in U.S. history.
She also mentioned upcoming projects, noting a December 18 release for Dune: Part Three where she reprises Princess Irulan Corrino, and the same day’s theatrical debut of Avengers: Doomsday, the Russo brothers’ sequel to 2019’s Avengers: Endgame.
Key facts
- Florence Pugh credited Tom Holland for helping secure her role in Spider‑Man: Brand New Day. (variety.com)
- Pugh first portrayed Yelena Belova in 2021’s Black Widow and returned in 2025’s Thunderbolts. (variety.com)
- Spider‑Man: Brand New Day has grossed $2.49 billion domestically, the third‑highest U.S. box‑office total. (variety.com)
Sources
- [1] variety.com — originally reported as “Florence Pugh Credits Tom Holland for ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Role: ‘This All Happened Because of Tom’”
