
1/14
We thought we would take a little trip back in time to see how this young, crimped-haired (LOL) munchkin managed to become a SERIOUS regulation hottie. Zac Efron, everyone.

2/14
Awww.. meet mini zac. 11 years ago Zac landed the role of Troy Bolton inHigh School Musical.

3/14
Admit it, you had a crush on Troy Bolton.
“WHAT TEAM?”
“WILDCATS!”

4/14
We quickly discovered that baby Zac was a big fan of the whole long, swoopy hair-helmet thing.

5/14
See? Exhibit A.

6/14
Exhibit B featuring questionable vest number 1.

7/14
Exhibit C featuring questionable vest number 2.

8/14
Jumping forward to 2007, Zac landed the role as Link Larkin in the filmHairspray.

9/14
We loved this dashing look from the 2009 Academy Awards.

10/14
2009 was a good year for Zac. *DROOL*

11/14
Those eyes. Just wow.

12/14
Leather jacket + facial hair = *drool*

13/14
It’s not weird that we’re jealous of that dog right now, is it?

14/14
We will always be thankful to Rita Ora for this moment.