Every day is a new experience and I take it as it comes.
Zac Efron
There's a way that you can throw negativity out there that seems rebellious. But I've always taken pleasure in a different kind of rebellion, which is putting a positive spin on everything, trying to enjoy myself at all times.
I've grown up a lot, I'm on my own, and I've learned some valuable life lessons.
I don't know if I believe in love at first sight, but of course I believe in two people having chemistry right away. A girl should be really easy to talk to. When I lose track of time because we've been talking, I think that's really fun.
I wish I could say I see my little brother more. We used to fight all the time but now that I don't see him very often I cherish the time I have with him.
I connect with people on a daily basis.
I know I've been lucky. But it's what you do with that luck afterwards that really defines whether you stick around.
I think if you're fame-hungry, go out to a nightclub and get drunk... why do that? I don't understand how some people would want fame so bad that they'd go out and get negative attention to earn it.
A lot of people ask: 'Will you play a psycho to really change your image and prove you can act?' But that's not what I'm about.
Think on your toes, use what's around you, and come up with something organic and fun.
I'm a guy, but I'm not afraid to cry. Not all of the time. But when I'm watching a movie, I'll sometimes shed a tear, especially 'Moulin Rouge'.
I like to go and do something adventurous. I like to go out and do some sort of crazy activity.
Personally, I was never the cool kid. I was always sort of a bookworm.
I'm very competitive by nature. And I like to be the underdog - It's the best way to win. To come from behind and win is a great feeling!
I like when a girl knows what she looks like and dresses to accentuate those features.
Sometimes, especially when it's cold, I get dry skin, so I scratch a lot. I scratch my arms incessantly.
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?
There are a lot of people who can slide on talent their whole lives; they're just naturally gifted. I've never considered myself one of those people. I enjoy outworking the opposition.
Spider-Man's probably my favorite. You see, Batman is a billionaire and there's nothing really cool about a billionaire saving the world. But Spider-Man is Peter Parker, a conflicted character who puts on a suit and saves the world. I love that.
I might not be the greatest actor, but I walk into every project willing to work hard.
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!
Great advice comes from people that have been around a lot longer than you.
I think the only real knowledge I had before I went to Iowa was what I learned from 'Food Inc'. But once I got there and developed these extensive relationships with the farmers, I realized that we're basically made of corn.
One time I went into a restroom and a girl followed me in. I signed an autograph for her in the sink. It was pretty funny because she was in a guy's restroom and she wasn't embarrassed at all.
If I had a daughter, and some guy came home with her, I'd be on him like a hawk. When I meet people's parents, I know my place. It's not that hard.
You always have something to learn from people who have been through more than you. Be open and receptive to what they know.
I think it's fine for girls to ask boys out. I actually prefer it.
If I splurge on anything, it's cologne. I love smelling good.
A woman called me interesting once, and it kind of blew my mind. She said, 'You're one of the most interesting people I've ever met,' and I was like, 'Wow.'
Right when 'High School Musical' was taking off, one of my little cousins called and was really excited to tell me there was a huge 'I Hate Zac Efron' club at her school. I'm sure they're doing great. More power to them.
I'll never try to put on a fake image. I'm just Zac.
Dating is kind of hard. Like dinner or something like that. Like a forced awkward situation is very strange. Especially for me, for some reason.
If there's a party and they won't let my friends in, I'd leave. No question.
High School Musical has been a blessing and a gift.
I bought an electric scooter in sixth grade. Bankrupted me.
In sixth grade, my basketball team made it to the league championships. In double overtime, with three seconds left, I rebounded the ball and passed it - to the wrong team! They scored at the buzzer and we lost the game. To this day, I still have nightmares!
Working out is my biggest hobby. It's my Zen hour. I just zone out.
I'm definitely not getting married. In this business, you're either getting married or they want you to be pregnant. I'm not getting married until I'm forty. If ever.
It's not that I'm opposed to doing a big-budget action movie. But it has to be the right project.
Amanda Bynes and I have become close since filming 'Hairspray.' It's so weird because I grew up watching her.
I can draw really well. And I like to paint. I'm a bit of an artist.
From day one, I got addicted to being on stage and getting the applause and laughter.
I'm bad at returning phone calls.
We shot 'High School Musical' in eight weeks. I spent longer rehearsing for 'Hairspray' than filming 'High School Musical'.
A fan sent me a letter and a $10 bill. It's a short letter - all she said was, 'Hey, since it's harder for you to go out these days without getting photographed, here $10 for a pizza.' I was like, 'Aww, she sent me money for a pizza so I could eat at home!'
I think every single girl has something different and special about her. You find one who clicks with your vibe.
I wouldn't just have other people write songs and me go out and sing it. I would sit down with a guitar and write 11 or 12 good songs for an album and that is gonna take a long time.
A girl can tell I like her when I blush or start telling bad jokes.
Don't get me wrong - I've gone to a club. But I'd much rather be with my close friends at home or a concert, or on a trip. I'll go dancing with my grandma. She likes to cut a rug!
I love action-adventure-type films - mythical adventures like 'Lord of the Rings' or superhero films like 'Batman.'
