Vanessa Anne Hudgens (born December 14, 1988) is an American actress and singer. After making her feature film debut in Thirteen (2003), Hudgens rose to fame portraying Gabriella Montez in the High School Musical film series (2006–2008), which brought her significant mainstream success.
The success of the first film led to Hudgens' acquiring a recording contract with Hollywood Records, with whom she released two studio albums, V (2006) and Identified (2008).
Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato, ‘High School Musical’ Stars & Kenny Ortega Set For ‘Disney Family Singalong’ On ABC
deadline.comBy Denise Petski Senior Managing Editor ABC has announced a slew of A-list performers added to the lineup for The Disney Family Singalong Thursday on ABC.
Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato, Alan Menken, Elle Fanning, Josh Groban, Darren Criss, Tori Kelly and Marcus Scribner join the casts of of High School Musical, Descendants, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series and Zombies, including Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, Lucas Grabeel, Raven-Symoné, Dove Cameron, Sofia Carson, Booboo Stewart, Sarah Jeffrey, Meg Donnelly, Milo Manheim, Joshua Bassett, Olivia Rodrigo, Sofia Wylie, Charli D’Amelio and Dixie D’Ameli for the nationwide singalong event hosted by Ryan Seacrest.
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