Introduction
Vanessa Hudgens is an American actress and singer who rose to fame for her portrayal of Gabriella Montez in the High School Musical film series. She has also starred in various films and TV shows over her career spanning almost two decades.
Bio/Wiki
Attribute Details Full Name Vanessa Anne Hudgens Also Known As V, Ness, Van, Baby V Profession(s) Actress, Singer Date of Birth December 14, 1988 Age 34 years (As of 2023) Place of Birth Salinas, California, United States Nationality American Zodiac Sign Sagittarius Ancestry & Heritage Irish, Native American, Chinese, Filipino
Physical Stats
Attribute Details Height 5′ 1″ (155 cm) Weight 51 kg (112 lbs) Body Measurements 34-24-34 inches Eye Colour Dark Brown Hair Colour Dark Brown
Family & Relationships
Attribute Details Parents Greg Hudgens (father), Gina Hudgens (mother) Siblings Stella Hudgens (younger sister) Affairs Zac Efron (2005-2010) Relationship Single Partner/Spouse Austin Butler (2011-2020), Cole Tucker (2021–) Children None
Education & Early Life
Attribute Details Schooling Orange County High School of the Arts, Orange County, California Higher Education Homeschooled from grades 9-12 Early Life Started taking acting and singing lessons from a young age. Performed in local productions during childhood. Early Influences Musical theatre, films of the 1990s
Career
Attribute Details Debut Minor roles in commercials and TV shows (2002-2003). First film – Thirteen (2003) Significant Works High School Musical series, Beastly, Sucker Punch, Spring Breakers, Tick, Tick…Boom! Awards & Nominations ShoWest Award, Teen Choice Awards, MTV Movie Awards, Hollywood Film Festival Award Filmography Thirteen, Thunderbirds, High School Musical series, Beastly, Sucker Punch, Spring Breakers etc. Voice Work The Powerpuff Girls, Robot Chicken Music Videos Say OK, Come Back to Me Tours & Live Shows High School Musical: The Concert (2006), Identified Summer Tour (2008) Collaborations Singles – Come Back To Me (with John Travolta), Say OK (with Zac Efron) Documentaries Inner Circle: Vanessa Hudgens (2007), Vanessa Hudgens: Bouncing Back (2008)
Net Worth & Assets
Attribute Details Net Worth $14 million Properties Owns a $7 million mansion in Los Angeles, California Business Ventures Fabletics athletic wear line Investments Has invested in companies like MasterClass and Caliwater
Trivia & Miscellaneous
Attribute Details Hobbies & Interests Yoga, photography, painting Controversies Nude photo leak scandal in 2007 Philanthropy & Activism Partners with ‘Stand Up To Cancer’ foundation, advocates for animal rights Public Image Regarded as a style icon and musical talent Personal Challenges Struggled with leak of private photos in 2007 Notable Interviews Allure May 2022, Cosmopolitan February 2021, Shape June 2020 Publications & Books ‘Identified: A Memoir’ (2023) Personal Anecdotes Recalls struggling to fit in during High School Musical days Quotes “Life is so unpredictable.” “Magic doesn’t happen unless you believe in yourself.”
Social Media & Online Presence
Attribute Details Instagram Handle @vanessahudgens Twitter Handle @VanessaHudgens Facebook Handle @officialvanessahudgens Youtube Channel Vanessa Hudgens TikTok @vanessahudgens
Legacy & Influence
Attribute Details Cultural References High School Musical’s immense popularity in the 2000s, her Met Gala outfits often referenced Achievements Outside Primary Profession Successfully launched a music career with two studio albums Mentorship Serves as a mentor for young performers looking to break into Hollywood Legacy Revitalized popularity of musicals among teenagers in the 2000s. Known for portraying strong female characters.