On a hilarious and heartwarming episode of The Graham Norton Show, British heartthrob Henry Cavill, Hollywood’s favorite friendly neighborhood Spider-Man Tom Holland, and Emmy-winning actress Zendaya took a break from promoting superhero blockbusters to talk about something refreshingly down-to-earth: their nerdy hobbies.

Turns out, these global stars aren’t just talented actors — they’re also proud geeks, each with a quirky pastime that helps them unwind off-screen. Whether it’s painting tiny soldiers, knitting cozy scarves, or puzzling through jigsaws, this trio proved that being “nerdy” is officially cool.

Henry Cavill – The Warhammer Warrior
Henry Cavill didn’t hold back when asked about his passion for The Witcher and his nerd credentials. Known for his meticulous commitment to the source material, Henry described himself as “effusive” about remaining loyal to the books and games.

“I wouldn’t necessarily say I know more than anyone else on set,” he humbly admitted, “but yes, I’m a big fan.”
But things got even more charming when host Graham Norton brought up one of Henry’s more unexpected hobbies — painting Warhammer miniatures.

Initially mistaken for World of Warcraft by Norton (prompting a quick, amused correction), Cavill explained that Warhammer is a tabletop miniature wargame that involves painting small figurines by hand, assembling them into armies, and then battling it out with other players.

“It sounds ridiculous,” Cavill laughed, “but it is fun. Very good fun.”
Apparently, he doesn’t just paint them in solitude — he has friends over for full-on gaming sessions. When Norton jokingly asked if he could join in, Cavill smiled and said, “Yeah, yeah,” while Zendaya and Tom jokingly looked worried: “Please don’t ask us to come.”

Zendaya – The Knitting Queen
Zendaya, ever poised and authentic, shared that her go-to hobby is delightfully old-school: knitting.

She recalled trying out a new crafting activity during filming for Spider-Man, involving small latch hook rugs. She chose a pattern with puppies, but didn’t get too far.

“I got about four squares in and I was like, I’m done with this,” she laughed. “Too tedious for me.”
However, knitting remains her comfort activity, thanks to her mom teaching her the basics.

“All I can do is scarves,” she said modestly. “But they’re thick, warm, and made with love — and that’s what I gave everyone for Christmas.”
Tom, reminiscing about filming scenes covered in fake blood after battling the Goblin, recalled turning around on set to find Zendaya calmly knitting nearby.

“I’d be drenched in blood and turn to see her like, ‘How’s your day going?’” he laughed. “And she’d just be knitting away.”

Tom Holland – The Puzzle Master
Tom Holland, meanwhile, revealed a hobby that emerged during lockdown: jigsaw puzzles.

“I don’t think it’s nerdy,” he insisted, though the crowd lovingly disagreed.
Tom lived with five friends at the time, and puzzles quickly became a group obsession.

“You’d find someone at the table every now and then,” he said, “and by the evening, we’d all be there, just puzzling.”
While many people filled their homes with books, Tom admitted the back wall of his place had transformed into a mini Spider-Man shrine — filled with dolls and memorabilia gifted to him over the years.

“At some point, it started to haunt me a little bit,” he admitted. “So I had to take most of it down — except for one Spider-Man figure. He made the cut.”

Conclusion: Nerds Rule the World
This delightful segment of The Graham Norton Show proved that even global icons like Henry Cavill, Tom Holland, and Zendaya have humble, nerdy sides that keep them grounded. Whether it’s painting armies, knitting scarves, or solving puzzles, these hobbies not only humanize the stars — they celebrate the joy of embracing what you love, no matter how “uncool” it may seem.

In a world that often glamorizes fame and perfection, there’s something deeply endearing about seeing Superman, Spider-Man, and MJ find happiness in such personal, relatable ways. And if anything, their stories remind us: being nerdy isn’t just okay — it’s something to be proud of.