Vanessa Hudgens

Vanessa Hudgens, an American actress and singer, came to prominence for her portrayal of Gabriella Montez in the High School Musical film series. Hudgens continued to captivate audiences by reprising her role as Gabriella in High School Musical 2 and 3, the former becoming the most-watched Disney Channel Original Movie of all time. Beyond this revered role, Hudgens has an extensive filmography that includes movies like "Bandslam," "Beastly," "Sucker Punch," "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island", "Spring Breakers," "Second Act," "Bad Boys for Life," and "Tick, Tick...Boom!" She has also demonstrated her versatility in Netflix Christmas movies such as "The Princess Switch" and "The Knight Before Christmas."

Hudgens transitioned her talents to the stage, making her Broadway debut in the musical revival of "Gigi" and landing roles in productions like "Grease Live!" and "Rent: Live." In 2022, she took center stage in a different way, co-hosting the Met Gala in Manhattan. Her musical prowess extended beyond the screen, as she released two studio albums, "V" and "Identified." In 2024, Hudgens won the singing competition show "The Masked Singer" as The Goldfish.

As a businesswoman, Hudgens has co-founded multiple businesses, including Caliwater Cactus Water, Know Beauty, and Thomas Ashbourne. Hudgens has also volunteered for organizations such as Best Buddies International, Lollipop Theater Network, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and the VH1 Save The Music Foundation. She also served as a global tourism ambassador for the Philippine government. Her influence extends to the fashion industry with her unique boho-chic style, making her a regular attendee at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.