Nude Picture Controversy
On September 6, 2007, suggestive photos of Hudgens were leaked. In two of the photos she is in lingerie. In the third photo Hudgens is pictured smiling and pulling her hair back in a photo that shows full frontal nudity. In an initial statement Hudgens said: "This was a photo which was taken privately. It is a personal matter and it is unfortunate that this has become public." Hudgens later apologized for the photos stating that she hopes her fans can learn from her mistakes.
Quote
"I'm much better now. But truthfully I don't like talking about it. It was something that was meant to be private, and even though it isn't anymore, I'd still like to keep it as private as I can. It was very traumatic, and I am extremely upset it happened. I hope all my fans can learn from my mistake and make smart decisions. But I wouldn't have been able to get through it if it wasn't for my family, friends, and fans, who supported me all along the way."