Vanessa Hudgens and her husband, Cole Tucker, are expanding their family. The couple announced on July 12, 2024, via a heartfelt Instagram post, that they are expecting their second child. Hudgens, known for her role in High School Musical, shared this exciting news alongside a series of maternity photographs.
In one of the photos, the actress showcases her growing baby bump in a flowing outfit, leaving the top unbuttoned. Tucker, a Major League Baseball player, playfully interacted with her belly, both radiating joy in the pictures. This announcement follows the birth of their first son, whose name has not been disclosed, in July 2023.
The couple, who married in December 2023 during a private ceremony in Tulum, Mexico, are clearly thrilled about this new chapter in their lives. Hudgens has previously expressed her desire to keep her child out of the public eye, but she has shared insights on the transformative experience of motherhood. “The older that I get, the more practical I get,” she told E! News in November 2023. “Life is chaotic and hectic. I don’t need to make it any more stressful than it needs to be.”
Their journey together began during the COVID-19 pandemic when they met through a group meditation call. Hudgens recounted her initial intrigue about Tucker, stating, “I was literally on the Zoom with my girlfriend, and I started hitting her asking who he was.” This initial curiosity led to a direct message on Instagram the next day, marking the start of their romantic relationship.
The couple made their first public appearance together on Valentine’s Day 2021, just months after their romance ignited. Hudgens shared a photo with Tucker, captioning it, “It’s you, it’s me, it’s us.” They later appeared together at various events, including the 2021 AFI Fest and the 28th Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Their engagement came in February 2023, with the actress proudly displaying her engagement ring on social media. “YES,” they announced, expressing their happiness. As wedding planning progressed, Hudgens humorously considered eloping due to the challenges they faced in securing a venue. Ultimately, they married on December 2, 2023, with a small ceremony attended by close friends and family, including her former co-stars from High School Musical.
In March 2024, Vanessa revealed her pregnancy on the red carpet at the Oscars, showcasing her baby bump in a stunning black turtleneck gown designed by Vera Wang.
The couple’s journey into parenthood began in July 2023, when they welcomed their first child. As they prepare to become parents again, Hudgens and Tucker seem ready to embrace the joys and challenges of expanding their family.