American Idol Vanessa Hudgens' original plan was to audition for 'American Idol' 11/29/2007 Before Vanessa Hudgens became the star of Disney's High School Musical franchise, the now 18-year-old apparently had her sights set on American Idol. Read More RELATED NEWS Chris Sligh, former 'American Idol' finalist, reveals he is battling Covid-19 and pneumoniaJordin Sparks and husband Dana Isaiah welcome first child togetherJordin Sparks "in shock" and "numb" following deaths of four loved ones in a week TAGS: American Idol Chris Daughtry Vanessa Hudgens
