Vanessa Hudgens is an actress and singer, who rose to fame from her participation in the High School Musical saga.

Vanessa Hudges: A High School Musical Star

Vanessa began her career at the age of 15. In 2005 she appeared in various television shows, but it was in 2006 when she was chosen to play the character "Gabriella Montez" in the Disney film High School Musical, which became a worldwide success and, therefore, made Vanessa Hudgens into quite an international star. Vanessa returned to repeat her role in two other sequels, making her way as an actress, which subsequently allowed her to land starring roles in other films such as Spring Breakers, Machete Kills, or The Princess Switch.

Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron

While Vanessa starred in High School Musical, she had a romantic relationship with her cast partner and also protagonist, actor Zac Efron. The pair dated for about five years before the relationship came to an end in 2010. After this relationship, Vanessa became involved in a long romance with actor Austin Butler, which ended in 2020. Later, Vanessa began a relationship in 2021 with Cole Tucker, a professional baseball player. 

Vanessa Hudgens Fun Facts

• She was featured in series' like The Garcia Brothers, Zack and Cody or Drake & Josh.
• She loves Hot Cheetos!
• Her sister Stella Hudgens is also an actress.
• For her High School Musical audition she sang Robbie Williams' song "Angels."