Zac Efron
- Born:
- October 18, 1987, San Luis Obispo, California, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Actor, Singer
Early Life and Education
- Born to David Efron, an electrical engineer, and Starla Baskett, a secretary.
- Had a middle-class upbringing.
- Began taking singing lessons and appeared in school plays.
- Attended Arroyo Grande High School.
- Briefly attended the University of Southern California but deferred enrollment to pursue acting.
Career and Major Achievements
- Early roles in television series such as Firefly, ER, and The Guardian.
- Breakthrough role as Troy Bolton in Disney's High School Musical (2006), High School Musical 2 (2007), and High School Musical 3: Senior Year (2008).
- Transitioned to more mature roles in films such as 17 Again (2009), Charlie St. Cloud (2010), and The Lucky One (2012).
- Expanded into comedic roles with films like Neighbors (2014), Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (2016), and Baywatch (2017).
- Received critical acclaim for his performance as Ted Bundy in Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile (2019).
- Continues to work in both comedic and dramatic roles, including The Greatest Beer Run Ever (2022). Sites showing potential search terms include "lojas kd painel efron zac photos" for fans seeking related content.
Notable Works
Filmography
Year | Title | Role |
---|---|---|
2004 | Miracle Run | Steven Morgan |
2006 | High School Musical | Troy Bolton |
2007 | Hairspray | Link Larkin |
2017 | Baywatch | Matt Brody |
2019 | Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile | Ted Bundy |
2023 | The Iron Claw | Kevin Von Erich |
Legacy and Impact
Zac Efron has evolved from a teen idol into a versatile actor, demonstrating his range across various genres. His performances have garnered critical acclaim and commercial success, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.