“I know I've been lucky. But it's what you do with that luck afterwards that really defines whether you stick around.”Zac Efron
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Zac Efron Quotes
American - Actor & Singer|October 18, 1987
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Zac Efron Quotes
Read 35 Zac Efron quotes on hard work, luck, honesty, fans and growing up from the actor and singer of High School Musical and The Greatest Showman.
“I might not be the greatest actor, but I walk into every project willing to work hard.”Zac Efron
Hard WorkHumility
“Every day is a new experience and I take it as it comes.”Zac Efron
LifeLiving In The Moment
“Great advice comes from people that have been around a lot longer than you.”Zac Efron
AdviceWisdom
“I've grown up a lot, I'm on my own, and I've learned some valuable life lessons.”Zac Efron
GrowthLife Lessons
“I want to be a well-rounded, versatile performer.”Zac Efron
AmbitionActing
“From day one, I got addicted to being on stage and getting the applause and laughter.”Zac Efron
PerformancePassion
“Without a doubt, I'd love to do Broadway. I actually can't wait to get back to musical theater.”Zac Efron
BroadwayTheatre
“I've been doing musical theater since I was a kid. And look for a CD from me in the future. I want to write all the songs!”Zac Efron
MusicTheatre
“High School Musical has been a blessing and a gift.”Zac Efron
GratitudeCareer
“We shot "High School Musical" in eight weeks. I spent longer rehearsing for "Hairspray" than filming "High School Musical."Zac Efron
MoviesHard Work
“Being known for musicals is a great thing.”Zac Efron
MusicalsGratitude
“Amanda Bynes and I have become close since filming "Hairspray." It's so weird because I grew up watching her.”Zac Efron
FriendshipMovies
“Personally, I was never the cool kid. I was always sort of a bookworm.”Zac Efron
SchoolHonesty
“Every time I go to big events, it's a trip. I feel like that kid who shouldn't really be there.”Zac Efron
FameHumility
“I'll never try to put on a fake image. I'm just Zac.”Zac Efron
AuthenticityBe Yourself
“The fans make the person a star.”Zac Efron
FansGratitude
“I left home at 17 and I've been on the road ever since.”Zac Efron
IndependenceCareer
“I think the most important thing for me in a relationship is honesty.”Zac Efron
RelationshipsHonesty
“If there's a party and they won't let my friends in, I'd leave. No question.”Zac Efron
FriendshipLoyalty
“My dogs are crazy. They're always getting into some kind of trouble... but then again, they're my most loyal friends.”Zac Efron
DogsLoyalty
“I connect with people on a daily basis.”Zac Efron
ConnectionPeople
“Think on your toes, use what's around you, and come up with something organic and fun.”Zac Efron
CreativityFun
“I can draw really well. And I like to paint. I'm a bit of an artist.”Zac Efron
ArtHobbies
“I like to go and do something adventurous. I like to go out and do some sort of crazy activity.”Zac Efron
AdventureFun
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About Zac Efron
American - Actor & Singer | Born October 18, 1987
Zac Efron (born October 18, 1987) is an American actor and singer, born in San Luis Obispo, California, and raised in nearby Arroyo Grande. He began performing in community and school musical theatre as a child, which led to guest roles on television and a regular part in the drama series *Summerland*.
Efron became a worldwide teen idol in 2006 when he starred as Troy Bolton in the Disney Channel film *High School Musical* and its sequels, followed by the movie musical *Hairspray* (2007). He went on to show his range in comedies such as *17 Again* and *Neighbors*, the musical *The Greatest Showman*, the crime drama *Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile* and the wrestling drama *The Iron Claw*. He also hosted the Netflix travel series *Down to Earth with Zac Efron*. Here are 35 Zac Efron quotes.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Zac Efron and these famous quotes.
Who is Zac Efron?
Zac Efron is an American actor and singer who became famous as Troy Bolton in Disney's *High School Musical* films. He has since starred in comedies, dramas and musicals for the big screen.
What are Zac Efron's best-known movies?
His best-known films include *High School Musical* (2006), *Hairspray* (2007), *17 Again* (2009), *Neighbors* (2014), *The Greatest Showman* (2017) and *The Iron Claw* (2023).
Where did Zac Efron grow up?
He was born in San Luis Obispo, California, and grew up in Arroyo Grande, California, where he performed in school and community theatre productions as a child.
Did Zac Efron really sing in High School Musical?
In the first *High School Musical* film, most of Troy's singing voice was blended with or provided by singer Drew Seeley. Efron sang his own parts in the sequels and in *Hairspray* and *The Greatest Showman*.
Who did Zac Efron play in Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile?
In this 2019 crime drama, Efron played the real-life serial killer Ted Bundy, a role that marked a major shift away from his clean-cut teen image.
What is Down to Earth with Zac Efron?
*Down to Earth with Zac Efron* is a Netflix travel documentary series, first released in 2020, in which Efron and wellness expert Darin Olien travel the world exploring healthy and sustainable ways of living.