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Zac Efron is an American actor. He rose to prominence after starring in High School Musical (2006) as Troy Bolton, which sequels in 2007 and 2009 he appeared in as well.

Other notable acting works under his belt are including Hairspray (2007), 17 Again (2009), New Year’s Eve (2011), The Paperboy (2012), Dirty Grandpa (2016), Baywatch (2017), and The Greatest Showman (2017).

Career

Before becoming a superstar, Zac Efron contributed to the theater The Great American Melodrama and Vaudeville.

There, he performed many shows including Gypsy and Peter Pan. His on-screen appearance began when he took guest roles in TV series named The Guardian, Firefly, and ER.

In 2015, he starred in Miracle Run in 2004. This role led him to earn a Young Artist Award nomination. His turning point was when the actor joined High School Musical in 2006.

Here, he got recognition from teenage audiences. Also, the soundtrack album gained certification from The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for times.

The film became sequels and those brought him to receiving reputable awards such as Best TV Actor from Nickelodeon UK Kids’ Choice Awards in 2007 and Best Male Performance in the 2009 MTV Movie Awards.

After that, he played in comedy films like 17 Again and Hairspray. He continued appearing in successful box offices including New Year’s Eve (2011) and Liberal Arts (2012).

Zac Efron also tried to shed his Disney image by taking roles in Neighbors as the main antagonist and Extremely Wicked as a serial killer (2019).

His role in The Greatest Showman, along with Hugh Jackman, was nominated for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy in the Golden Globe Award.

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Profile

  • Full name: Zachary David Alexander Efron
  • Stage name: Zac Efron
  • Nickname: Zefron
  • Birthday: October 18, 1987
  • Birthplace: San Luis Obispo, California, United States
  • Nationality: American
  • Religion: Jewish and Agnostic
  • Profession: Actor, Singer
  • Education: Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts
  • Hobbies: Cooking and spending time outdoors
  • Instagram: @zacefron
  • Facebook: @ZacEfron
  • Twitter: @zacefron
  • YouTube: Zac Efron Official

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

  • Height: 175 cm (5’9”)
  • Weight: 75 Kg (165 lbs)
  • Blood Type: –
  • Hair Color: Dark brown
  • Eye Color: Blue
  • Body Measurements: 44-34-16 (Bust -44, Waist -34, and Hips -16 inches)
  • Shoe Size: 8 (US)

Family

  • Father: David Efron
  • Mother: Starla Baskett
  • Brother: Dyan Efron
  • Sister:

Girlfriend & Dating History

Vanessa Hudgens

His most publicly known relationship was with Vanessa, his co-star at High School Musical. Both met in 2005, when he’s still 17 years old.

Unfortunately, the romance ended in 2010. A source told the media that the decision to separate is mutual without further revealing the reasons.

Lily Collins

Zac Efron was involved in a casual dating relationship with Lily around 2012, which is long before they become co-star in a Netflix movie.

It apparently is a short-lived romance as they didn’t stay as a pair for more than three months. An insider revealed to Us Weekly that they were never intended the relationship to be serious anyway.

Michelle Rodriguez

Zac was involved in a quick fling with Michelle, who stars in The Fast and the Furious, in 2014 summer. They were caught showing off their intimacy in Ibiza Spain.

However, it didn’t take long before the couple were reportedly split up in August of that year for unknown reasons to public.

Sami Miró

He started dating Sami, who’s a businesswoman, in October 2014.

She opened up to Elle about how the relationship was “definitely different” as received attention after becoming Zac’s partner.

They chose to part ways in April 2016 for undisclosed reasons.

Alexandra Daddario

The rumors of Zac dating Alexandra, who’s his Baywatch co-star, began circulating in May 2017.

Even though they were seen walking their dog together in early 2018 in Los Angeles, she stated at a press conference that they were “very good friends.”

Rebecca Ferguson

In December 2017, he shared a picture of him embracing Rebecca on his social media page, captioned “A picture is worth a thousand words. Only words I can think of now are: wtf were u thinking dude?! Look at her!!”

That being said, he never confirmed nor denied the dating rumors.

Sarah Bro

The speculations that Zac was dating Sarah surfaced in January 2019 as they were seen together in Los Angeles to attend a fitness class.

A couple months later, the relationship was sort of “confirmed” by Us Weekly, although their breakup news made a round in early 2020.

Halston Sage

Zac was linked to his Neighbors co-star, Halston, in April 2014. He was reportedly “really good to her” according to E! News.

He revealed his status single in July that year, even though he’s said to rekindle the romance with her again in late 2019.

It wasn’t really clear when or why they chose to split up.

Vanessa Valladares

Vanessa is an Australian model who worked at the Byron Bay General Store & Café when she met Zac in June 2020.

They built friendship first before turning it into romance. According to a source who told media in September 2020, the couple were really “smitten with each other”.

Their breakup was sort of confirmed by Us Weekly around April 2021.

Net Worth

Zac reportedly has $18 million to $25 million of net worth. He primarily earns through his career as a professional actor who has reached success and appeared in numerous films and television series.

Acting

According to various sources, he was paid only approximately $100 thousand for his first movie. It wasn’t until he starred in High School Musical that he gained ultimate recognition.

He was estimated to earn between $3 million and $5 million by the time he appeared in High School Musical 3: Senior Year, which indicates that he’s the highest-paid actor amongst the casts.

For his role in 17 Again in 2009, he reportedly made $1 million.

It isn’t clear how much he’s paid for The Greatest Showman, but considering that the film raked $439 million of gross profit worldwide, it’s safe to assume he earns millions as well.

Real Estate

There are two most known properties that he owns, a house in Los Feliz, LA, and a mansion in Byron Bay, Australia.

Zac Efron purchased his LA house for nearly $4 million in October 2013, before selling it for $5.3 million in May 2021.

Zac then proceed to buy a house located in Byron Bay, Australia for $22 million where he lives in during the pandemic until the present.

No images or actual location of the property have ever revealed. However, it is said to have five bedrooms, ocean views, a yoga room, a playground, and a wine cellar.

Controversies 

Struggles with Substance Abuse

In 2013, an insider told the media that Zac Efron has completed a round of rehab, as well as suggesting that he previously dealth with alcohol issue, stating that he’s “happy and not drinking.”

He was known for having cocaine issues throughout the years, referring it as his “social lubricant” that he needs simply just to leave his house due to the pressure of media scrutiny.

He eventually opened up about his drug problems to The Hollywood Reporter, admitting that it was “never one specific thing” but also stating that “it was an interesting journey.”

Facts

  • His trademarks are his blue eyes and brown hair.
  • Blue is his favorite color.
  • This 17 Again actor is a vegan.
  • Johnny Depp is his acting idol.
  • His favorite films are Die Hard, Dumb and Dumber.
  • Game of Thrones is the his lovable series.
  • His go-to musicians are Celine Dion and John Mayer.
  • The Rock, Zendaya, and Ashley Tisdale are his bestfriend.
  • He was auditioned for Peter Pan in 2003, but the role went to Jeremy Sumpter.
  • Zac dated his co-star Vanessa Hudgens in 2005, but they broke up in 2010.
  • In 2008, Moviefone ranked him #15 as one of the 25 Hottest Actors Under 25.
  • Time magazine listed him as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2009.
  • He was listed in Glamour for the 50 sexiest men in 2011.
  • In 2011, he donated 300 pieces from his closet to homeless people.
  • In 2013, Zac entered rehabilitation for cocaine abuse.
  • He also broke his jaw in the same year after slipping in the water.
  • Zac won the MTV Movie Awards in 2014 for Best Shirtless Performance.
  • Coloring Book by Chance The Rapper was his favorite album in 2017.
  • In 2019, he got a serious illness, some kind of typhoid, while filming in Papua New Guinea.
  • He launched his YouTube channel in 2019 and had a series called Off The Grid with his brother Dylan.
  • His ideal type is….

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Movies

  • The Iron Claw (TBA), as Kevin Von Erich
  • A Family Affair (2023), as Chris Cole
  • The Greatest Beer Run Ever (2022), as John “Chickie” Donohue
  • Firestarter (2022), as Andy McGee
  • Gold (2022), as Virgil
  • Save Ralph (2021), as Bobby (voice)
  • Scoob! (2020), as Fred Jones (voice)
  • Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile (2019), as Ted Bundy
  • The Beach Bum (2019), as Flicker
  • The Greatest Showman (2017), as Phillip Carlyle
  • The Disaster Artist (2017), as Dan Janjigian / Chris-R
  • Baywatch (2017), as Matt Brody
  • Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (2016), as Teddy Sanders
  • Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (2016), as Dave Stangle
  • Dirty Grandpa (2016), as Jason Kelly
  • We Are Your Friends (2015), as Cole Carter
  • That Awkward Moment (2014), as Jason
  • Neighbors (2014), as Teddy Sanders
  • Parkland (2013), as Dr Charles James “Jim” Carrico
  • The Paperboy (2012), as Jack Jansen
  • The Lucky One (2012), as Logan Thibault
  • The Lorax (2012), as Ted Wiggins (voice)
  • Liberal Arts (2012), as Nat
  • At Any Price (2012), as Dean Whipple
  • New Year’s Eve (2011), as Paul
  • Charlie St. Cloud (2010), as Charlie St. Cloud
  • 17 Again (2009), as Mike O’Donnell
  • Me and Orson Welles (2008), as Richard Samuels
  • High School Musical 3: Senior Year (2008), as Troy Bolton
  • Hairspray (2007), as Link Larkin
  • The Derby Stallion (2005), as Patrick McCardle
  • Melinda’s World (2003), as Stuart Wasser

Quotes

“Every day is a new experience and I take it as it comes.”

“There’s a way that you can throw negativity out there that seems rebellious. But I’ve always taken pleasure in a different kind of rebellion, which is putting a positive spin on everything, trying to enjoy myself at all times.”

“A lot of people ask: ‘Will you play a psycho to really change your image and prove you can act?’ But that’s not what I’m about.”

“I don’t know if I believe in love at first sight, but of course I believe in two people having chemistry right away. A girl should be really easy to talk to. When I lose track of time because we’ve been talking, I think that’s really fun.”

“I like when a girl knows what she looks like and dresses to accentuate those features.”

“I’m very competitive by nature. And I like to be the underdog – It’s the best way to win. To come from behind and win is a great feeling!”

“I was influenced when I was younger by the cartoon movies that Disney put out, like Cinderella and what not. I watched those movies over and over when I was younger and the music is ingrained into my head. Nowadays, I’m still humming the tunes. It taught me the fundamentals.”

“Spider-Man’s probably my favorite. You see, Batman is a billionaire and there’s nothing really cool about a billionaire saving the world. But Spider-Man is Peter Parker, a conflicted character who puts on a suit and saves the world. I love that.”

“Personally, I was never the cool kid. I was always sort of a bookworm.”

“I think if you’re fame-hungry, go out to a nightclub and get drunk… why do that? I don’t understand how some people would want fame so bad that they’d go out and get negative attention to earn it.”

“Don’t get me wrong – I’ve gone to a club. But I’d much rather be with my close friends at home or a concert, or on a trip. I’ll go dancing with my grandma. She likes to cut a rug!”

“I’ll never try to put on a fake image. I’m just Zac.”

“It’s weird, but I don’t feel like think I deserve any of the attention. There’s really nothing but one audition for a Disney Channel movie that separates me from 2,000 other brown-haired, blue-eyed guys in L.A., you know?”

“I’m a guy, but I’m not afraid to cry. Not all of the time. But when I’m watching a movie, I’ll sometimes shed a tear, especially ‘Moulin Rouge’.”

Pics of Zac Efron

1. He is definitely an outdoor man, right?

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2. A black and white photo of Zac wearing a suit!

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3. No wonder he is one of the sexiest men around the globe

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4. What are you looking for, Zac?

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5. His side profile is amazing

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FAQs

Who is Zac Efron?

He is an American actor. 

Who is Zac Efron’s real name?

His real name is Zachary David Alexander Efron.

What makes Zac Efron famous?

He’s famous his appearance in High School Musical (2006) as Troy Bolton, which sequels in 2007 and 2009 he appeared in as well.

Where is Zac Efron from?

He was born in San Luis Obispo, California, United States.

How old is Zac Efron?

He was born in 1987, and he is 36 years old as of 2023.

When Zac Efron celebrates his birthday?

He celebrates on the 18th of every October.

How tall is Zac Efron?

His height is 5’9″ or 175 cm.

Who are Zac Efron’s parents?

His father’s name is David Efron and his mother’s name is Starla Baskett.

Is Zac Efron married?

He is not married. Furthermore, there is no information on whether he is in a relationship or not.

Who is Zac Efron’s ex-girlfriend?

His ex-girlfriends are Vanessa Hudgens, Lily Collins, Michelle Rodriguez, Sami Miró, Sarah Bro, Halston Sage, and Vanessa Valladares. He used to be rumored to date Alexandra Daddario and Rebecca Ferguson as well.

How rich is Zac Efron?

His net worth is around $18 million to $25 million.

What is Zac Efron nationality?

His nationality is American.

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