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But it was the pink and primped Sharpay that signaled Tisdale’s success.

Here’s a close look at how much Ashley Tisdale has transformed over the years.

young Ashley Tisdale

However, Tisdale’s parents insisted she work in retail as a teen.

“But honestly, it’s really humbling.

Fortunately, she did secure one big Disney Channel Original Movie:High School Musical.

Ashley Tisdale as a baby

“That was the best experience.”

And she kept more than memories from the experience.

“And I was like, ‘No, this is mine.'”

Ashley Tisdale as a kid

During an interview withCBS Los Angeles, she said each of those roles shaped her career.

And whenHSMwas released, fame really hit home.

“High School Musicalhad just come out and I just remember being so insane,” she toldBuzzFeed.

Ashley Tisdale as a kid

“I went to like one of my favorite stores and they had to shut down the store.”

When she underwent a rhinoplasty procedure for medical reasons, many criticized the change.

Fans and critics unfortunately spoke harshly of the change, which forced Tisdale to vehemently defend her motives.

Ashley Tisdale in Donnie Darko

“I didn’t do this because I believe in plastic surgery,” Tisdale stated.

“I did this to help my health.”

However, in reality, she traveled to New Zealand to film a movie.

Ashley Tisdale

“People think I went away to have more work done.

But I didn’t,” she toldPeople.

“to get to get my back stronger, I knew I had to strengthen my core.”

Ashley Tisdale

Describing herself as too thin, she shared, “I felt like someone could break me in half.

I realize now that being a bit more curvy and toned is so much more beautiful.”

She noted that paying more attention to her family health history also helped.

Ashley Tisdale

That’s when she truly became aware of the importance of healthy eating and exercise.

However, she toldGlamourshe has no regrets about thebeautyand style decisions she has made on the red carpet.

“I mean, I triedeverythingback in those days,” she noted.

Ashley Tisdale with Brenda Song

“And I was super unapologetic about it.”

The star’s look has matured since.

She ditched the bright makeup shades for more natural dewy skin and even became a brand ambassador for Neutrogena.

Ashley Tisdale

It’s just never good to leave that stuff on your skin.

You’ll always break out from it.”

“I just found out I am No.

Ashley Tisdale

7, and number seven is my lucky number.

I am freaked out and just blown away,” she toldE!

Newswhen the list was announced.

Ashley Tisdale

Maintaining healthy eating habits during the week, the actress would indulge on the weekends.

However, she balanced out her imbibing by hitting the gym seven days a week no days off.

“It was the best choice for me,” she told theSioux City Journal.

Ashley Tisdale

“It was a drama.

It didn’t involve singing and (the character) wasn’t like Sharpay.”

Specifically, Tisdale said she enjoyed challenging herself to learn the proper “flying” moves.

Ashley Tisdale

After a few days on set, the actress asked if she could participate in the stunts herself.

“This is me out on my own,” Tisdale told the publication.

“I’m vacuuming.

Ashley Tisdale

I’m cooking and cleaning.

It’s great.”

“That’s when I realized that I actually had depression.”

She said this revelation through self-help is actually what led her back to the studio.

But for Tisdale, the move from acting to producing was a challenge.

In addition toYoung and Hungry, Blondie Productions has also created content for E!

A Scooby Doo spin-off titledDaphne & Velmawas also a hit.

“I do feel that the company definitely has blossomed,” Tisdale said.

“I feel so proud of the company and so proud that we’ve come this far.

We’ve shown people that we know what works and that we know what we’re talking about.”

“I would just say communication is a really big thing, no matter what.

Tisdale said, “It’s crazy to balance everything.

“It’s just like how I wear my makeup,” Tisdale told theLos Angeles Times.

Reasonably priced and marketed as “beauty your way,” Illuminate has found success.

Tisdale reportedly plans on continuing to expand upon Illuminate’s success, turning it into an entire lifestyle brand.

“For me, reading really helped calm my anxiety,” Tisdale toldMarie Claire.

Several minutes of daily meditation are also a must for the actress.

She calls the self-care an important and necessary time-out from real life.

realizes she is gay over the course of the series.

She’s called the role the most fulfilling part she’s ever played.

Tisdale said she enjoyed working with veteran actor Dennis Quaid and fellow former Disney alum Bridgit Mendler.

In fact, Tisdale and Mendler immediately bonded once production launched.