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Annie Live!is mere days away from making its debut on NBC, but before the all-star cast takes the stage on Dec. 2, Grease LiveAlum Vanessa HudgensShe is happy to share her knowledge with othersTaraji P. Henson, Harry Connick Jr.,Tituss Burgess, Megan Hilty,Nicole Scherzingerand little orphan Annie herself,Celina Smith.
“I feel like the musical theater community is a community that comes prepared, so come prepared,” Hudgens said during E! News’ Daily PopMonday, 22 November “And have fun!”
The actress played Betty Rizzo in Fox’s live, televised remake of Grease2016 Her performance was lauded by critics and audiences alike, with many praising her resilience, as the broadcast came just one day after her father had died of cancer. Hudgens performed “in his honor”A dedication was also included in the show’s ending credits.
Grease Live went on to earn five Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Special Class Program.