Vanessa Hudgens’s Height and Shoe Size: How Tall Without Heels?

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Vanessa Anne Hudgens, an accomplished American actress and singer, stands at a height of 5ft 1 (154.9 cm).

Interestingly, in TeenMag, she mentioned that she’s fond of taller guys, jokingly adding that it’s not a challenge given her height of 5’3″ – a slight exaggeration of her actual height.

For comparison, the average height for an American woman is around 5ft 4in (162.5 cm), making Vanessa slightly shorter than the national average. Vanessa Anne Hudgens is 7 inches (17.8 cm) shorter than Zac Efron, who stands at 5ft 8 (172.7 cm). They dated from 2005 to 2010.

At the premiere of 'Charlie St. Cloud' held at the Regency Village Theater in Los Angeles on July 20, 2010, Vanessa Anne Hudgens was noticeably 7 inches (17.8 cm) shorter than Zac Efron, who stands at 5ft 8 (172.7 cm)At the premiere of ‘Charlie St. Cloud’ held at the Regency Village Theater in Los Angeles on July 20, 2010, Vanessa Anne Hudgens was noticeably 7 inches (17.8 cm) shorter than Zac Efron, who stands at 5ft 8 (172.7 cm) (Credit: INFphoto)

Vanessa Anne Hudgens, at 5ft 1 (154.9 cm), is 11 inches (28 cm) shorter than Austin Butler, who is 6ft 0 (182.9 cm) tall. They dated for almost nine years, from 2011 to 2020.

Vanessa Hudgens’ shoe size of 7 US for women is about average. Depending on the brand and style, sizes can vary, but a US woman’s size 7 is generally not particularly big or small. It falls in the middle of the range for standard women’s shoe sizes.

At the Los Angeles premiere of 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood' on July 22, 2019, Vanessa Anne Hudgens, standing at 5ft 1 (154.9 cm), was 11 inches shorter than Austin Butler, who towers at 6ft 0 (182.9 cm)At the Los Angeles premiere of ‘Once Upon A Time In Hollywood’ on July 22, 2019, Vanessa Anne Hudgens, standing at 5ft 1 (154.9 cm), was 11 inches shorter than Austin Butler, who towers at 6ft 0 (182.9 cm) (Credit: Dave Starbuck / Geisler-Fotopress / Picture-Alliance / Cover Images)

Born on December 14, 1988, Hudgens rose to fame for portraying Gabriella Montez in the “High School Musical” series. This catapulted her to sign a recording contract with Hollywood Records, producing albums like V (2006) and Identified (2008).

Beyond her musical career, Hudgens has been active in films, with credits like Bandslam, Beastly, and Sucker Punch.

She also ventured into Netflix films like The Princess Switch and The Knight Before Christmas and even had roles in TV shows and on Broadway. In 2022, she added another feather to her cap by co-hosting the Met Gala.

Vanessa Hudgens Wins Big at Creative Arts Emmys With “Grease Live!” and Stunning Red Carpet Look

In September 2016, Vanessa Hudgens was a winner on and off the red carpet at the Creative Arts Emmys.

Vanessa Hudgens opted for smokey eyes that mirrored the metallic tones of her dress and her hair was styled into side-parted cascading curlsVanessa Hudgens opted for smokey eyes that mirrored the metallic tones of her dress, and her hair was styled into side-parted cascading curls (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / Nicky Nelson / Apega / WENN)

The “High School Musical” alumna and her co-stars accepted the Best Special Program Award for “Grease Live!” beating out heavy hitters such as the “2016 Golden Globe Awards,” the “Superbowl 50 Halftime” and the “2015 Tony Awards.”

Vanessa Hudgens walks the carpet in a Maria Lucia Hohan gown paired with Stuart Weitzman "Sultry" sandals at the Creative Arts EmmysVanessa Hudgens walks the carpet in a Maria Lucia Hohan gown paired with Stuart Weitzman “Sultry” sandals at the Creative Arts Emmys on September 12, 2016, in Los Angeles (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / Nicky Nelson / Apega / WENN)

Vanessa looked stunning on the red carpet in a Maria Lucia Hohan dress with a thigh-high slit that flaunted her toned legs.

Vanessa Hudgens confidently showcased her left leg in a pewter metallic pleated dress with a high split, courtesy of Maria Lucia HohanVanessa Hudgens confidently showcased her left leg in a pewter metallic pleated dress with a high split, courtesy of Maria Lucia Hohan (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / Nicky Nelson / Apega / WENN)

The Bad Boys actress paired the gown with Stuart Weitzman’s “Sultry” ankle-strap sandals, which feature asymmetrical vamp straps.

Vanessa Hudgens' attire was impeccably paired with elegant strappy Stuart Weitzman sandalsVanessa Hudgens’ attire was impeccably paired with elegant strappy Stuart Weitzman sandals (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / Nicky Nelson / Apega / WENN)

She accessorized with an Edie Parker clutch, Eva Fehren rings, H Stern earrings, and Jacquie Aiche rings and studs.

Vanessa Hudgens' elegant appearance was accentuated by her Maria Lucia Hohan gown paired with Stuart Weitzman heels, an Edie Parker clutch, and adorned with accessories from Eva Fehren, H Stern, and Jacquie AicheVanessa Hudgens’ elegant appearance was accentuated by her Maria Lucia Hohan gown paired with Stuart Weitzman heels, an Edie Parker clutch, and adorned with accessories from Eva Fehren, H Stern, and Jacquie Aiche (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / Nicky Nelson / Apega / WENN)

Vanessa Hudgens stunned in a belted Maria Lucia Hohan Chalaya gown at the 2016 Creative Arts Emmy AwardsVanessa Hudgens stunned in a belted Maria Lucia Hohan Chalaya gown at the 2016 Creative Arts Emmy Awards (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / Nicky Nelson / Apega / WENN)

Vanessa Hudgens shows off her feet in Stuart Weitzman iron specchio Sultry sandalsVanessa Hudgens shows off her feet in Stuart Weitzman iron specchio Sultry sandals (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / Nicky Nelson / Apega / WENN)

Vanessa Hudgens displays her feet on the red carpet in strappy dress sandalsVanessa Hudgens displays her feet on the red carpet in strappy dress sandals (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / Nicky Nelson / Apega / WENN)

The 27-year-old walked the carpet with her “Grease Live!” co-stars Julianne Hough and Kether Donohue.

Kether Donohue and Julianne Hough stand at a height of 5ft 3 (160 cm), making them the tallest among the three. Vanessa Anne Hudgens, on the other hand, is slightly shorter at 5ft 1 (154.9 cm).

Kether Donohue, Julianne Hough, and Vanessa Anne Hudgens celebrate that Grease Live! won multiple Emmy awards in 2016Kether Donohue, Julianne Hough, and Vanessa Anne Hudgens celebrate that Grease Live! won multiple Emmy awards in 2016 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / Nicky Nelson / Apega / WENN)

The “Sultry” sandals are no longer available in Vanessa’s color. However, you can buy them in metallic at Zappos.

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