15 Pics Of Zac Efron Looking So Hot You Won't Be Able To Handle It
Whether you're dealing with a dreadful Monday, a Wednesday that just won't end, or any other awful kind of day, these pictures of Zac Efron will definitely make you feel better. In fact, if you're having the best day of your life, these Zac Efron will probably still make you feel even better. Basically, no matter how you're feeling, you need these Zac Efron pictures in your life. Trust us.
Of course, there's some pictures of him shirtless because duh. The man is built. His ab game is only rivaled by Channing Tatum and Ryan Gosling (circa Crazy, Stupid Love). There's also photos of him on the red carpet because he really can rock a suit. He almost looks as good with a suit on as he does with no shirt on. We said almost because uh, his abs, you guys!
It's hard to believe that's it's been more than 10 years since the actor, now 29, has entered our lives. We'll forever be grateful to the Disney Channel and High School Musical for bringing Zac Efron and his wondrous abs into all of our lives. Luckily for us, Zac just keeps on getting better with age. Below are 15 photos of Zac that you have to see, Monday be damned!
15 Zac, Invite Us To The Beach Next Time
We're not completely into the fact that Zac's pants are so low, but everything else is so good that this doesn't matter. He's obviously on the beach having a great time. Look at that smile! Look at those abs! Look at those arms! Whatever he's doing on the beach, we're just jealous that we weren't invited. Hey Zac, next time you're going to be frolicking on the beach and looking like a the god of hotness, send us a quick text. Thanks!
We do know one thing that Zac isn't actually doing on the beach: drinking. A few years ago, Zac went to rehab for both alcohol and drugs. Since then, he's remained sober and stays away from temptation. Instead of going to Coachella, the celebrity choice of music festivals, he and his friends celebrated "NoChella". They put songs on their Spotify and drove across the country, drinking and drug free. You really have to respect him for that.
14 The Look Of Love
How in love were Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens? Look at them! Wouldn't you just kill for Zac Efron to look at you with that loving gaze? Yeah, me too y'all. Zac and Vanessa look like the most in love people to ever be on the earth. Well, next to Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively, because they totally have that whole 'look of love' thing down too.
Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens met on the set of High School Musical before they were ever even famous. The pair dated off and on for several years. Though they have been broken up with for some time now, people still root for the young couple to get back together. We root for them to get back together sometimes. Other times, we just root for Zac to hook up with us.
13 We Don't Know (Or Care) What He's Saluting
We don't know what he's looking at, we don't know what he's saluting and we don't care. How could we care? Look at his perfectly tanned body. I mean, seriously.
After starring in High School Musical and following sequel, Zac went on to have a role in 2007's Hairspray, which had a star-studded cast including John Travolta, Brittany Snow, Michelle Pfeiffer as well as many other big names. While Hairspray did break the record for the highest sales opening weekend of a musical film, that same record was later surpassed by High School Musical 3. It must be nice to appear in two record breaking musicals, right? That fact that Zac is talented on top of looking like that is just the cherry on top. I mean, we'd pay money to just watch him stand around shirtless.
12 He's Still Hot Without Showing Off His Abs
We know his abs are just ridiculous but Zac even looks good without showing off his chiseled body. If you need proof, just look at the above photo. He rocks that suit like it's nobody's business.
On the red carpet for the premiere of 2012's The Lucky Ones, Zac wore a grey suit and looked 100% Don Draper in it. The film was based on the Nicholas Sparks novel by the same name. By the way, starring in a Nicholas Sparks adaptation is like a right of passage for Hollywood hotties. Hello, Channing Tatum and Ryan Gosling also starred in Nicholas Sparks' movies. We're not saying that all hotties have to star in a Nicholas Sparks movie, but we're just saying that you won't be disappointed by the leading actor in a Nicholas Sparks movie.
11 Puppy Love
What is cuter than Zac Efron? Zac Efron holding a teeny, tiny dog in a adorable pink tutu - that's what. Oh, and to even turn up the cute factor some more, the dog is obviously in love with Zac. Look at that tongue action. It's a cuteness overload. This adorable doggie moment happened on a talk show while promoting That Awkward Moment, with co-stars Miles Teller and Michael B. Jordan.
Unfortunately, Zac lost his beloved pet dog, named Puppy Efron, in August of this year. He posted a photo on Instagram, along with the message: "Through thick and thin you've always been my best friend,' he started, before getting a bit darker: 'I'll see you at the finish line, RIP Puppy Efron."
There is absolutely nothing hotter than an animal lover. If Zac could just like cuddle dogs with his shirt off then we'd be in heaven.
10 Fashion Forward In A Maroon Suit
Apparently, Zac Efron was just crushing the suit game while he was promoting The Lucky One. Here he is on the red carpet again, donning a maroon suit. We love that he's adventurous enough to take risks with his red carpet choices. Why settle for a black suit when you can wear a maroon one?
In The Lucky One, Zac starred as a U.S. Marine serving in Iraq. While there, he finds a photograph of a smiling woman, which he carries around for good luck. Later, he tracks down the girl in the photo (played by Taylor Schilling) and begins a relationship with her. While the movie didn't receive favorable reviews, it was still a box office success, making nearly $100 million on its $25 million budget. Not to shabby, Zac. Now, if we could have only had Taylor Schilling's role in the movie that would be awesome.
9 Holy Ripped Abs!
In case you haven't heard, some Hollywood genius cast Zac Efron in the 2017 Baywatch film. Yup, we're just as excited as you are because that's basically like watching Zac Efron's Abs: The Movie. For Baywatch, Zac's taken his body to the next level. Sure, he always had a great body, but he has such a chiseled body these days and we're totally not complaining.
To achieve his new physique, he's changed his work out routine and diet. He's reportedly cut out sugars and carbs, eating mostly leafy greens and organic grass-fed protein. He still allows himself to have a cheat day, because y'know he's only human. Baywatch is set to come out May 19, 2017. We'll be buying tickets as soon as they go on sale. Don't judge us.
8 We Can't Stop Looking At Him Holding This Little Dog
Zac Efron should always be holding a dog. Plain and simple. Yes, we already showed you Zac being kissed by this little, baby dog but we couldn't resist just one more picture because look at it.
Like we previously said, Zac was holding this adorable little dog while doing press for That Awkward Moment. This was the first movie Zac not only starred in but was also the executive producer of. While the film didn't receive great reviews, it still went on to be a moderate box office success, bringing in $40.5 million on its $8 million budget.
At the MTV Movie Awards, the film did score an award. Zac won Best Shirtless Performance for his role… because duh. So, if you're in the mood for some shirtless Zac Efron, rent That Awkward Moment.
7 That Face, Though
The thing about Zac Efron isn't just that his body is flawless (which it is), but it's also that his face is just so good looking. When he was younger, he hadn't fully grown into his looks. He was cute enough, but we just think that he's gotten so much better with age. I mean, compare what he looks like now to him circa High School Musical. So much hotter, right?
One of the great things about Zac Efron is that he doesn't take his fame for granted. In an interview, he's said, “It's weird, but I don't feel like think I deserve any of the attention. There's really nothing but one audition for a Disney Channel movie that separates me from 2,000 other brown-haired, blue-eyed guys in L.A., you know?”
We agree that the whole High School Musical gig totally launched his career. But, where he is now is totally to his own credit. None of his High School Musical co-stars have the career he does and that's because of his hard work and ability to pick the right projects.
6 Basketball Never Looked So Good
Can we play basketball with Zac Efron? Please, please, please. In his breakout role in High School Musical, Efron played a basketball player and clearly, he's fit for the role. While sports are clearly important to Efron, his most prized possession is actually his collection of autographed baseballs, not basketballs.
For his basketball player role of Troy Bolton, Zac was paid $100,000 but his salary shot up to an impressive $3 million for High School Musical 3. His salary keeps rising, with him making a reported $2.5 million for That Awkward Moment, $4 million for Dirty Grandpa and a whooping $8 million for Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising. It seems like Zac's come a long way from his humble Disney beginnings.
5 Uh, Do You Need A Date For The Red Carpet?
Zac Efron's transformation from his Disney role to where he is now in his career was not an easy one. After the High School Musical saga, Efron was offered mostly musicals and high school romance roles. He did go on to appear in Hairspray, but after that point, he deliberately tried to shed his Disney role.
Starring in 17 Again was a move in the right direction, as he was playing a high school student… but not really. The premise of the film is that Matthew Perry's character becomes 17 again in the body of Zac Efron. While 17 Again was a great choice to further distance himself from his High School Musical role, Efron then went on to star in Charlie St. Cloud and The Lucky One. These two films pigeonholed him in a new way. Now, he was the go-to romantic interest for movies, basically the male version of Rachel McAdams. Ah, no one ever said navigating a career in Hollywood
4 We'd Happily Pay This Parking Meter
Sure, this GQ photoshoot is kind of weird. Why is Zac Efron hanging onto a parking meter? Well, we don't really care that much because he looks so yummy while doing it. Seriously, just look at those arms! I mean, hello.
After starring in a couple romantic films, Zac switched gears and started pursuing comedic roles. In 2014, he starred in both That Awkward Moment and Neighbors. Reviews for Neighbors were mostly positive, with many critics adding that Zac had finally shed his pretty boy image.
With so many opportunities coming his way, it's good that Zac knows exactly how he wants his career to go. He was even offered a record deal from Simon Cowell but turned it down, stating that acting is his main priority. Gotta love a man who knows what we wants in life.
3 Okay, We'll Go See Baywatch Now
Alright, seriously, what happened to Zac Efron's body? It's like one day he went to sleep a boy and woke up a man… like, such a man! Of course, he did totally need to bulk up, with him starring next to Dwayne Johnson in Baywatch. No body wants to look scrawny next to The Rock, considering he's one of the most muscular men in Hollywood.
Also starring in Baywatch is Alexandra Daddario, who is no stranger to The Rock. She starred along side Dwayne Johnson in 2015's San Andreas. Also, Alexandra Daddario's beach body is nothing to scuff at either. She puts even Blake Lively to shame. Also appearing in Baywatch is the Quantico star, Priyanka Chopra. Don't worry, it's not just newbies. Both veterans Pamela Anderson and David Hasselhoff will make appearances as well.
2 Let's Always Be Looking At Zac Efron Holding A Dog
Zac Efron and a dog. It's, like, the most glorious combination ever. If everyone in the world were to look at Zac Efron and a dog every single day, there would suddenly be world peace. We're pretty sure of it.
Other than Baywatch, Zac is also set for the upcoming The Masterpiece. The film is being directed by James Franco and stars Dave Franco, Seth Rogen, Bryan Cranston, Alison Brie and Hannibal Buress. All star cast, you guys. It's also set to be released in 2017.
Since Zac starred in Neighbors with Seth Rogen, it's safe to say the duo must really enjoy working together. This will be their third film together. It will also be Dave Franco and Zac Efron's fourth film together. Hey, when you like working with someone, you keep working with them.
1 He's. A. Star.
While we love Zac Efron shirtless and holding dogs, you can't deny just how good he looks on the red carpet. He cleans up well… like, so well. He's the new Brad Pitt, new George Clooney. He's basically exactly what everyone wishes their prom date would look like, except no prom dates in the world ever look like Zac Efron on the red carpet. Actually, forget prom date. We just wish Zac Efron was our husband, because look at the guy. He's handsome. His body is sexy. He's both charming and humble. Basically, he's the perfect guy.
After looking at these 15 photos of Zac Efron, there is absolutely no way that your day isn't 100% better. Go forth and spread cheer and whatnot, now that Zac Efron has made your day so much better.