{"id":48049,"date":"2026-03-06T02:23:08","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T02:23:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cnews.topnewsource.com\/?p=48049"},"modified":"2026-03-06T02:26:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T02:26:42","slug":"he-completely-stole-the-entire-damn-show-zendaya-gave-tom-holland-the-spotlight-in-a-breathtaking-2017-lip-sync-battle-that-became-the-definitive-live-version","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cnews.topnewsource.com\/?p=48049","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;He completely stole the entire damn show.&#8221; Zendaya gave Tom Holland the spotlight in a breathtaking 2017 Lip Sync Battle that became the definitive live version."},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:d488e71a-d20e-43eb-b12b-f43517be2860-5\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-12\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"53b98bfc-8d8d-4550-9c8d-882f153c1789\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"656\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">In 2017, an episode of the popular television show <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Lip Sync Battle<\/span><\/span> delivered a moment that would quickly become one of the most talked-about performances in the program\u2019s history. The episode featured two rising young stars from the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Spider-Man: Homecoming<\/span><\/span> cast\u2014<span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Zendaya<\/span><\/span> and <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Tom Holland<\/span><\/span>\u2014competing against each other in a friendly but energetic lip-sync showdown. While both performers brought creativity and charisma to the stage, the night ultimately became legendary for one unforgettable performance that stunned the audience and sent the internet into a frenzy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"1150\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Zendaya opened the battle with a confident and stylish performance inspired by <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Bruno Mars<\/span><\/span>. Dressed in a sharp suit and capturing the singer\u2019s signature swagger, she delivered a polished routine that showcased her dancing ability and stage presence. The performance earned loud applause from the audience and set a high bar for the rest of the show. Her choreography, attitude, and attention to detail made it clear she had come prepared to dominate the competition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1666\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">But the real surprise arrived when Tom Holland stepped onto the stage for his final number. At first, the performance began somewhat unexpectedly. Holland appeared dressed in a black wig, a French maid outfit, and fishnet stockings\u2014an intentionally theatrical setup that immediately drew laughter and curiosity from the crowd. As the opening notes of <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Umbrella<\/span><\/span> began to play, the audience realized they were about to witness something far more spectacular than a simple comedic routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"2245\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">What followed quickly became one of the most iconic moments in Lip Sync Battle history. As the beat dropped, Holland launched into a full, high-energy choreography routine, moving with precision and confidence across the stage. Then, in a dramatic twist, artificial rain began pouring down from above, recreating the atmosphere of <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Rihanna<\/span><\/span>\u2019s famous music video. Completely soaked but fully committed to the performance, Holland continued dancing with explosive athleticism, executing spins, jumps, and dramatic poses that left the audience stunned.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2586\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Zendaya\u2019s reaction on stage became almost as memorable as the performance itself. At one point, she collapsed onto the stage floor in disbelief, laughing and pointing at Holland as he delivered the routine with fearless dedication. Her response captured the genuine shock shared by viewers watching both in the studio and around the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"3000\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Clips of the performance quickly spread online, eventually amassing more than 140 million views on YouTube. Fans praised Holland not only for his comedic timing but also for his impressive dancing skills and willingness to fully embrace the outrageous concept. The performance demonstrated a side of the actor many viewers had never seen before\u2014one that combined humor, confidence, and remarkable stage presence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3002\" data-end=\"3373\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Beyond the viral spectacle, the moment also highlighted the playful and supportive friendship between Holland and Zendaya. Rather than competing with hostility, the two celebrated each other\u2019s performances, turning the event into a showcase of mutual admiration and fun. Their chemistry on stage mirrored the dynamic fans would later come to adore both on and off screen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3855\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Years later, Holland\u2019s rain-soaked rendition of \u201cUmbrella\u201d remains widely regarded as the definitive Lip Sync Battle performance. It proved that sometimes the most memorable entertainment moments happen when performers abandon hesitation, commit fully to the absurd, and simply have fun. For Tom Holland, the performance didn\u2019t just win a television battle\u2014it cemented his reputation as a true triple-threat entertainer capable of surprising audiences in the most unexpected ways.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"text-center\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px absolute bottom-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\"><\/div>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DUBbggsDBwE\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DUBbggsDBwE\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Good Songs &amp; Music (@musicalblush)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In 2017, an episode of the popular television show Lip Sync Battle delivered a moment that would quickly become one of the most talked-about performances in the program\u2019s history. 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