Began performing in musical theater at the age of eight

Appeared in local productions of “The Wizard of Oz” and “The Music Man”

Moved to Los Angeles after winning an audition for a commercial

Made television debut in an episode of “Still Standing” (CBS)

Made feature debut in “Thirteen”

Appeared in the film, “Thunderbirds”

Cast as Gabriella Montez in the Disney Channel Original Movie, “High School Musical”

Released her debut album, V

Reprised her role in the Disney TV movie, “High School Musical 2”

Appeared in third and final Disney Channel movie “High School Musical 3: Senior Year”

Co-starred in the musical-romantic comedy, "Bandslam"