Vanessa Hudgens reveals baby bump while hosting Oscars 2024

Vanessa Hudgens arrives at the Oscars on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Filipino American star of âHigh School Musicalâ Vanessa Hudgens brought an endearing surprise to the 2024 Oscars red carpet as she revealed her pregnancy with husband and baseball player, Cole Tucker.
Her pregnancy debut on the red carpet in a sleek, form-fitting black dress showcased her baby bump, marking a significant moment for the actress and singer as sheâs expecting her first child.
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Despite recent rumors swirling around her pregnancy, Hudgens had adamantly dismissed them in previous months, speaking out against invasive comments about her body and advocating for womenâs autonomy over their own stories.
Addressing the issue on the âShe Pivotsâ podcast, Hudgens emphasized the need for sensitivity and mindfulness, recounting her own experiences with disrespectful public speculation. She urged against making assumptions, particularly when it comes to scrutinizing womenâs bodies.
âI literally just had a run-in with the public taking control over their opinion of me in a way that was disrespectful,â she asserted, reflecting on the hurtful comments she had faced. âDonât make assumptions in all aspects of life, but especially over other womenâs bodies.â
Hudgens and Tucker sealed their love in a private ceremony in Mexico last December, following three years of courtship, and are now awaiting the arrival of their bundle of joy.
Alongside Julianne Hough, she co-hosted this yearâs 9th Academy Awardsâ official pre-show.