Vanessa Hudgens Went from Disney Star to Netflix Favorite

The former Disney starlet rose to fame as Gabriella Montez in “High School Musical,” which she soon pivoted into a music career, releasing her albums “V” and “Identified.” She later transitioned to more serious roles, starring in “Spring Breakers” and “Gimme Shelter.” In recent years, Vanessa’s returned to her musical roots, appearing in Fox’s live specials, “Grease” and “Rent,” but she’s now becoming a Netflix sensation, starring in the holiday cult classic “The Princess Switch.”