You definitely know of Vanessa Hudgens if you’ve been anywhere near a television since the mid-2000s.
While it would be easy to dismiss her as just anotherDisney star, that would be a mistake.
Hudgens has worked hard to prove that she has a wide range of talents.
There is definitely a lot more to Vanessa Hudgens than meets the eye.
In fact, the lighthearted musical was quite a departure from how Hudgens pictured her career.
It took some time, but Hudgens eventually broke free of her Disney persona.
Herfirst television credit a guest role onStill Standing dates back to 2002.
She filmed her first movie, 2003’sThirteen, at the age of 13.
It helped greatly that Hudgens was never really into the club scene.
She told the publication she “actually despise[s]” going to clubs.
This film helped establish Hudgens as an action star, but it wasn’t her first action movie.
Hudgens had previously starred in 2019’sPolarand 2011’sSucker Punch.
Hudgens toldThe Hollywood Reporterthat she views action as “a piece of choreography.”
Who knewBad Boys for Lifehad so much in common withHigh School Musical?
As noted byThe New York Times, the actress made her Broadway debut inGigiin 2015.
“That is my home base,” she toldThe Hollywood Reporterof performing live.
“That is my place to thrive.”
Hudgens hasn’t limited her live performances to just theater.
She’s also appeared in televised live performances, includingGrease Live!andRent: Live.
That doesn’t mean she’s checked off every item on her bucket list, though.
The actress also has her eyes set on a period piece.
But that’s not all.
One thing she’sreallylooking forward to is becoming ascream queen.
One thing is certain: Whatever project Hudgens decides to tackle, she will puteverythingshe has into the role.
Hudgens found organized religion, but she also has her own spirituality outside of church.
TheHigh School Musicalstar called herself “a definite hippie” who embraces a free-spirited way of life.
She incorporates crystals, dreamcatchers, and flowers into her personal brand of spirituality and loves nature.
While she may have had conflicting views about feminism, it’s clear Hudgens has always known her worth.
Growing up, any talk about money was focused on how to make ends meet.
Some dive in headfirst while others do a lot of research before preparing to take on a role.
Hudgens toldVanity Fairthat she didn’t get to know Franco very well on set, as heneverbroke character.
Vanessa Hudgens caused a stir in the midst of the 2020 novel coronavirus outbreak.
Hudgens also made a donation to Feeding America, she revealed onInstagram.
The actress revealed that she loves making such heartwarming films.
“It’s a lot of work,” she said.
Hudgens added that “the world is a crazy place” and Christmas movies can provide a much-needed respite.
Before that, she said she “ate bacon for breakfast every single morning.”
For Hudgens, being healthy is a lifestyle.
Hudgens also practicesintermittent fasting.
She’s a beautiful woman, after all, not to mentionincrediblytalented.
But, like so many of us, the actress has struggled with her body image.
The 5'3"beautytoldWomen’s Healththat she often felt insecure growing up because of her height.
The actress also boosts her self-esteem through her wardrobe, which includes a variety of powerful pantsuits.
