Tom Hollandhasn’t starred in a new project in nearly two years. With the conclusion of the Apple TV+ limited seriesThe Crowded Roomin July 2023, the actor has taken a step back from the spotlight. But he’ll have a big year in 2026, as the co-lead in Christopher Nolan’sThe Odysseyopposite Matt Damon. He’ll alsoreprise the role of Peter Parker inSpider-Man 4.
Holland has kept busy both personally and professionally, though, in the past several months. He’s launched Bero, a non-alcoholic beer brand, and his production company Billy17 signed a first-look deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment that will see Holland potentially starring in several projects. It was also recently confirmed that he isengaged to long-time girlfriend and fellow star Zendaya. As busy as Holland is though, there is one viral fancasting that has started to pick up steam.
Holland Is A Popular Fancast For A Scandal Prequel
His Resemblance To Tony Goldwyn Is Uncanny
Scandaldebuted on ABC in April 2012 fromGrey’s Anatomycreator Shonda Rhimes, quickly becoming one of the hottest shows of its era. The political dramarevolved around Kerry Washingtonas the professional fixer Olivia Pope, depicting how capable she is at fixing the problems of others. This is despite her own messy personal life that includes an affair with U.S. President Fitzgerald Grant III, who is played by Tony Goldwyn for all seven seasons and 124 episodes.
OnThreads, Washington reacted tothe viral fancasting of Holland as a young Fitzgerald in aScandalprequel given the strong resemblance between Goldwyn and Holland. In her Threads post,the Emmy winner endorsed Holland for the roleand reacted to the facial similarity between the two actors. Check out the post below:
With a supportingScandalcast that also featured Darby Stanchfield, Katie Lowes, Guillermo Díaz, Jeff Perry, and Bellamy Young, among several others, it’s worth noting that the ABC show included plenty of flashbacks between Olivia and Fitz. A prequel would presumably have to go in a different direction, though that’s a long way from happening.
Our Take On Holland Leading A Scandal Prequel
It’s Fun To Imagine
It is admittedly an idea that would excite a TV executive, given the star power ofHollandandScandal’s existing audience. But the young actor has a full slate of films, and it would be hard to see a prequel to a 2010s show getting included in his to-do list. Still, it’s hard to deny that the resemblance is there. It’s a different role for Holland, potentially lighter than his non-blockbuster fare, which would make it more fun.
Scandal
Cast
Scandal centers on Olivia Pope, a crisis manager specializing in safeguarding the public images of influential clients by concealing secrets. Her team excels in solving high-profile problems, but struggles arise when dealing with their personal issues. Released in 2012, the series highlights the complexities of managing private and public lives.
