Actor Tom Holland has finally addressed the controversial decision to remove Spider-Man from the Marvel Cinematic Universe following a tussle between Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures.

Despite the rift between Disney and Sony, Holland on Saturday made an appearance at Disney's ultimate fan event D23 Expo here to promote his Pixar movie "Onward". He addressed the issue before leaving the stage. "Listen, it's been a crazy week, but I want you to know, I am grateful from the bottom of my heart," said the "Spider-Man: Far From Home" star, leading to a rapturous applause.