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Zac Efron

October 18, 2024

Fast Facts
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Career Timeline
Why We Love
Surprising Facts
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Zachary David Alexander Efron, better known as Zac Efron, was born on October 18, 1987. He first appeared on the television show “Firefly” before earning the leading role in Disney Channel’s “High School Musical,” a huge success that inspired two sequels. He quickly shed his Disney-approved image and took on more mature roles in films like “The Lucky One,” “Parkland,” “Neighbors,” “Dirty Grandpa,” “The Greatest Showman,” and as serial killer Ted Bundy in “Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile.” Today, wish him a happy birthday and a prosperous career.

Fast Facts

Full Name:

Zachary David Alexander Efron

Nickname:

Zac

Birth date:

October 18, 1987

Age:

Zodiac Sign:

Libra

Height:

5' 8"

Relationship Status:

Single

Net Worth:

$25 million

Background

Zac Efron was born on October 18, 1987, in San Luis Obispo, California, to administrative assistant Starla Baskett and electrical engineer David Efron. He has a younger brother named Dylan. When he was 11 years old, his parents saw his singing talent and encouraged him to pursue theater, leading to him participating in his high school’s theater productions. His acting teacher introduced him to an agency, and Efron was eventually signed to the Creative Artists Agency. He was accepted to the University of Southern California after graduating from Arroyo Grande High School in 2006 but decided to take a hiatus from his education to pursue his dream of becoming a film director.

In 2002, Efron guest starred on several television shows, such as “Firefly,” “ER,” and “The Guardian.” The following year, he appeared in the critically acclaimed television film “Miracle Run.” After several guest appearances, he became a permanent cast member of the show “Summerland” in 2004 and was featured in the ‘Sick Inside’ music video and the film “The Derby Stallion.” Efron broke into the film industry in 2006 after starring in “High School Musical,” one of the most popular made-for-television films of all time, and became popular among the younger generation. He and costar Vanessa Hudgens began dating in real life, and he appeared in the music video of her single, ‘Say OK.’

More recently, Efron has appeared in various popular films, including “Baywatch,” “The Greatest Showman, and “Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile.” Since 2020, he has hosted a Netflix web documentary called “Down to Earth with Zac Efron” alongside Darin Olien. Efron, also one of the show’s executive producers, travels to different countries and learns about the locals’ ways of life. He’s currently based in Australia after relocating there in 2021.

Zac Efron Movies

Movie	Year	Character
The Greatest Beer Run Ever	2022	John “Chickie” Donohue
Firestarter	2022	Andy McGee
Gold	2022	Virgil
Save Ralph	2021	Bobby
Scoob!	2020	Fred Jones
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile	2019	Ted Bundy
The Beach Bum	2019	Flicker
The Greatest Showman	2017	Phillip Carlyle
The Disaster Artist	2017	Dan Janjigian / Chris-R
Baywatch	2017	Matt Brody
Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising	2016	Teddy Sanders
Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates	2016	Dave Strangle
Dirty Grandpa	2016	Jason Kelly
We Are Your Friends	2015	Cole Carter
That Awkward Moment	2014	Jason
Neighbors	2014	Teddy Sanders
Parkland	2013	Dr. Charles James “Jim” Carrico
At Any Price	2012	Dean Whipple
Liberal Arts	2012	Nat
The Lorax	2012	Ted Wiggins
The Lucky One	2012	Logan Thibault
The Paperboy	2012	Jack Jansen
New Year’s Eve	2011	Paul
Charlie St. Cloud	2010	Charlie St. Cloud
17 Again	2009	Mike O’Donnell
Me and Orson Welles	2008	Richard Samuels
High School Musical 3: Senior Year	2008	Troy Bolton
Hairspray	2007	Link Larkin
High School Musical 2	2007	Troy Bolton
High School Musical	2006	Troy Bolton
The Derby Stallion	2005	Patrick McCardle
Melinda’s World	2003	Stuart Wasser

Career timeline

2002

The Debut into Television Acting

Zac Efron played his first television role in the short-lived series “Firefly.”

2005

The Debut on Big Screen

Efron has a prominent role in “The Derby Stallion,” one of his first films.

2006

The Show That Shines a Spotlight

“High School Musical,” the television film where he plays singing jock Troy Bolton, is released and catapults Efron into the spotlight.

2009

The Awards Come Rolling in

For his efforts in “High School Musical 3: Senior Year,” he wins the Teen Choice Award for Choice Music/Dance Movie Actor and the M.T.V. Movie Award for Best Male Performance.

2010

The Production Company is Launched

Efron establishes ‘Ninjas Runnin' Wild,’ which is affiliated with Warner Bros.

2021

The Emmy Award

He receives a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Daytime Program Host for the Netflix docuseries "Down to Earth with Zac Efron.”

Why We Love Zac Efron

He’s a three-in-one performer
Zac Efron can act, dance, and sing, and he’s demonstrated his singing prowess and fancy dance moves in various flicks over the years. He has also been honing his skills behind the camera, serving as executive producer for his production firm, Ninjas Runnin' Wild!
He is passionate about the environment
Efron has used his passion for travel to help raise awareness about environmental issues. In his Netflix show, he travels worldwide in search of more environmentally friendly ways to manufacture food, water, and electricity, the primary essentials of modern living.
He's a beautiful human being
Despite his tremendous celebrity status, Efron is a nice guy who maintains an incredible sense of humility. In interviews, he is always charming and considerate of his costars. He even replaced a fan’s phone after it was damaged while they were attempting to meet him!

5 Surprising Facts

He loves cooking
Zac Efron revealed that he would probably be a chef if he weren’t a successful actor.
He learned from Tom Cruise
Cruise welcomed Efron to his house and spent two hours teaching him how to ride a bike.
He’s a comic book fan
He enjoys manga, “Dragon Ball Z,” and other related comics.
He lip-synched for a role
Although Efron has always been a gifted vocalist, the original “High School Musical” film featured actor Drew Seeley’s vocals instead of his.
He went to rehab
The actor turned to drinking to cope with the pressures of stardom before seeking treatment in 2013.

Zac Efron FAQs

Is Zac Efron vegan?

Yes, Efron is vegan and has credited his plant-based diet for his toned physique.

Is Zac Efron a dad?

The Hollywood star is reportedly single and does not have any kids.

Is Zac Efron French?

Efron is American, but his last name has Hebrew roots.

Who is Zac Efron?

Zac Efron is an actor who shot to fame after starring in High School Musical in 2006. Since then he’s had a diverse acting career that has more recently seen him play Ted Bundy as well as starring in movies such as Baywatch and The Greatest Showman

Where is Zac Efron from?

Zac Effron was born in San Luis Obispo, California, and raised in Arroyo Grande in the same state.

What was Zac Efron’s first movie?

Zac Efron’s first role in a movie was as Stuart Wasser in Melinda’s world in 2003, although it was playing Troy Bolton in High School Musical in 2006 that helped propel him to fame.

Does Zac Efron have a brother?

Zac has a younger brother named Dylan Efron. Dylan is a producer who has worked on movies such as Ready Player One and The Accountant.

Has Zac Efron had plastic surgery?

Zac Efron denies having had any plastic surgery and called the rumors “funny”. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight in September 2022, he responded to the rumors by explaining that his face looks different due to an injury that he picked up in 2013. The actor broke his jaw after hitting his face on the granite counter of a fountain while running through his house.