By Neia Balao
8:00am PST, Dec 26, 2023
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Zac Efron cooled down at the 2014 MTV Movie Awards — where he took home the trophy for best shirtless performance for his work in "That Awkward Moment." From his seriously toned bod to his adorable smile, we'd say this award was definitely well-deserved!
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Sure, the "Baywatch" movie might have bombed with critics, but at least it gave us a seriously jacked Zac Efron! Even with a hoodie on, Zac — seen here on the Miami Beach set in 2016 — couldn't conceal his incredible physique.
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Look at those pearly whites! During a visit to The IMDb Studio at the Sundance Film Festival in 2019, Zac Efron, who was rocking edgy bleached blonde hair and dark scruff at the time, showed off his adorable smile!
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At the Los Angeles premiere of "That Awkward Moment" in 2014, Zac Efron was in equally handsome company when he posed for photos with co-star Michael B. Jordan.
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Zac Efron strolling around Los Angeles during the golden hour? A true sight to behold. In this 2014 snap, the hunky actor was photographed alongside then-girlfriend Sami Miro wearing a fitted tee, black jeans and white Converse sneakers.
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If there's one thing Zac Efron's mastered, it's his to-die-for smolder. He's seen here during the New York City premiere of "New Year's Eve" in 2011.
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How cute is he?! Zac Efron looked sweet with his hands in his pockets during a snowy visit to New York City's Empire State Building with cast members from "The Greatest Showman" in 2017.
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Aw! In 2017, Zac Efron busted some moves while cheering on his younger brother, Dylan, at the finish line of the Nautica Triathlon in Malibu.
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Name a sweeter duo… we'll wait! In 2017, Zac Efron attended the New York City premiere of "The Greatest Showman" alongside co-star Hugh Jackman.
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From his baby blues to his dapper suit, Zac Efron looked like the ultimate gentleman when he attended a photocall for "The Greatest Showman" in 2017.
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Zac is jacked! Zac Efron showed off his rockin' bod in 2014's "Neighbors."
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Just one month shy of his 21st birthday in 2008, Zac Efron attended the Teen Vogue Young Hollywood Party in Los Angeles. From his pushed-back hair to his then-trendy skinny scarf, Zac was a total heartthrob.
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A smirk like that could stop traffic! Zac Efron, who's seen here arriving at the premiere of "At Any Price" during the 2012 Venice Film Festival, proved just how well he cleans up.
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Could he look any more endearing? In 2009, Zac Efron attended the NYLON Guys November Issue launch event in a slim-fit black shirt and black jeans.
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Zac Efron showed off his sweet smile at the BBC Radio One studios in London in 2014.
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Back in the day, Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens — known by loyal fans as "Zanessa" — were one of Young Hollywood's most beloved couples. The pair, seen here in 2007, were all smiles at the Los Angeles premiere of "High School Musical 2."
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At the world premiere of "The Greatest Beer Run Ever" during the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2022, Zac Efron showed just how gorgeous he looks in a well-tailored suit. Honorable mention: his adorable smile!
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Sheesh! Zac Efron underwent a major body transformation for his role in the "Baywatch" movie. He's seen here filming the flick in Miami Beach in 2016.
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At a New Orleans Hornets game in 2010, Zac Efron demonstrated just how cute he looks in a beanie.
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Look at that pout! At the premiere of "Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile" during the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival, Zac Efron served his signature smolder.
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In 2015, Zac Efron and Emily Ratajkowski attended the Los Angeles premiere of "We Are Your Friends" and turned heads with their enviable good looks!
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Attention all "Hairspray" fans: Link Larkin was a certified babe! At a photocall for "Hairspray" in Las Vegas in 2007, Zac Efron proved yet again why he was one of Hollywood's hottest young stars!
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The end of an era! In 2008, Zac Efron attended the London premiere of "High School Musical 3: Senior Year." We adored his monochromatic suit and slicked-back 'do.
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Zac Efron rocked his then-signature side-swept 'do when he attended the Los Angeles premiere of "17 Again" in 2009.
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Side-swept hair? Dreamy baby blue eyes? An adorable smirk? Check, check and check! Zac Efron showed up to the 2008 Screen Actors Guild Awards dressed to impress.
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He's so handsome! At the 2019 Sundance Film Festival premiere of "Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile," Zac Efron posed for photos on the red carpet in a shearling-lined coat. It goes without saying, but… look at that smile!
