Vanessa Anne Hudgens, with a rich tapestry of ethnic backgrounds, stands out as a testament to America’s diverse cultural mosaic.
Vanessa Hudgens stuns in a sleek, cutout black ensemble with statement sleeves at the Tribeca Festival on June 8, 2023 (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)
Born in Salinas, Monterey, California, on December 14, 1988, Vanessa’s lineage is a blend of English, Scottish, Irish, and German from her father, Gregory Hudgens’ side. Rumors also suggest Native American roots in the family, although these remain unverified.
Her mother, Gina (Guangco), enriches this vibrant heritage with her diverse Filipino, Spanish, and Chinese ancestries. According to the Philippine Daily Inquirer, her mom emigrated to the United States from the Philippines.
Vanessa Hudgens poses with her mother, Gina Guangco, both showcasing their unique styles—Vanessa in a pastel pink ruffled gown and Gina in a bold red lace dress with a wide-brimmed hat (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
“She came to America from the Philippines with my father, so all that she knew in America was my dad, my sister (Stella) and me. Now that my dad is gone, it’s been difficult.”
Vanessa’s father, Gregory Hudgens, passed away in 2016 at the age of 65 from cancer.
Vanessa Hudgens and her mother, Gina Guangco, keep it casual in sporty outfits as they head out, with Vanessa in a striped tank top and black leggings, while Gina opts for a red tee and black hoodie (Credit: INFphoto)
In The Princess Switch, a 2018 American Christmas romantic comedy film directed by Mike Rohl, Vanessa Hudgens played two identical women who are not twins. In real life, Vanessa has a younger sister, Stella Teodora Chanel Guangco Hudgens, who is also an actress.
Whether embracing her Filipino roots or showcasing a more modern, edgy look, Vanessa consistently turns heads. Her ability to evolve from casual chic to high-fashion statements was evident at the 2017 MTV VMAs, where she truly embraced her flair for the dramatic with a striking red ensemble.
Vanessa Hudgens Serves Up Fierce Red Style at 2017 MTV VMAs in Sophia Webster Heels
Vanessa Hudgens donned a Yanina Couture fit-and-flare dress paired with striking red Sophia Webster heels at the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards held at The Forum in Inglewood, California, on August 27, 2017 (Credit: WENN / Apega / Guillermo Proano / FayesVision)
In 2017, Vanessa Hudgens delighted us with her casual-cool off-duty looks in Los Angeles. She continued to impress with her happy and stylish appearance at the 2017 Teen Choice Awards and, just weeks later, at the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards, where she served as a presenter, all while wearing an eye-catching all-red ensemble.
Vanessa Hudgens’s red dress was a standout, featuring sheer fabric from the neckline and sleeves down to a daring cutout panel at the knees (Credit: WENN / Apega / Guillermo Proano / FayesVision)
The petite actress and singer joined fellow style stars Millie Bobby Brown and Demi Lovato at the awards ceremony, wearing a Yanina Fall 2016 Couture gown with sheer illusion panels and tiered petals.
Beauty-wise, Vanessa Hudgens complemented her look with a medium, pulled-back hairstyle and red eyeshadow offset with a nude lip (Credit: WENN / Apega / Guillermo Proano / FayesVision)
This long-sleeved number also featured a sheer back and contrasting sequined side details. Vanessa styled it with a slicked-back bob, red eye makeup, nude lips, and jewelry from Eva Fehren, Borgioni, and Djula.
She rounded out her look with matching spicy red heels from Sophia Webster.
Vanessa Hudgens shows off her feet in red Sophia Webster heels (Credit: WENN / Apega / Guillermo Proano / FayesVision)
Later that night, Vanessa headed to the MTV VMAs afterparty at Hollywood’s Beauty & Essex nightclub. She must have been pretty satisfied with her earlier look, considering she opted to wear the same ensemble to the afterparty.
Vanessa Hudgens arriving at the Beauty & Essex nightclub in Hollywood, California, on August 27, 2017 (Credit: WENN / Apega / Guillermo Proano / FayesVision)
The “Rosalind Crystal” sandals in chic red satin dressed up Vanessa’s feet at the star-studded event.
Peyton List wore the same heels at the 2017 Teen Choice Awards. These shoes feature an open-toe silhouette, multiple straps, and high heels embellished with crystal beads.
Sophia Webster “Rosalind Crystal” Sandals, $495