Zac Efron: Life in Pictures

Despite his instant success, Zac managed to stay grounded.

“I could show you 500 kids in L.A. who are my height, weight, hair color and age,” Zac told The Toronto Star. “We’re a dime a dozen. Why did I get the parts I did? Who knows? But the minute I start thinking it’s because I was special, that’s when I know I’m in trouble.”  (Chris Pizzello / AP)

After the success of “High School Musical,” the sequel, Disney’s “High School Musical 2”, became the most watched basic cable program in history.  (Myung J. Chun / Los Angeles Times)

Efron and his “High School Musical” co-star Vanessa Hudgens have been dating since 2005.

The actor recently fessed up to Elle magazine that his mom filled his Christmas stocking with condoms. “She buys me the economy box,” he said.  (Kevin Winter / Getty Images)

Efron and girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens performed at the 2009 Academy Awards. The two took the stage for a medley dedicated to musicals alongside host Hugh Jackman and Beyonce, among others.  (Kevin Winter / Getty Images)