Austin Butler and Vanessa Hudgens: A decade-long love story

A look back at their relationship and recent Elvis buzz

Vanessa Hudgens has opened up about why she's grateful for her breakup from ex Austin Butler, whom she dated for nine years. Appearing on the She Pivots podcast, Vanessa Hudgens opened up about how she feels her split from her long-term boyfriend Austin Butler.

Timeline of their relationship

Vanessa Hudgens and Austin Butler dated for more than eight years before splitting up in 2020. Here's a complete timeline of their relationship:

• 2011: Austin Butler and Vanessa Hudgens met on the set of Disney's High School Musical.
• 2012: The couple confirmed their relationship.
• 2014: Austin Butler and Vanessa Hudgens attended their first red carpet event together.
• 2016: The couple celebrated their five-year anniversary.
• 2017: Austin Butler and Vanessa Hudgens moved in together.
• 2018: The couple announced their engagement.
• 2020: Austin Butler and Vanessa Hudgens split up.

Three months after marrying the pro baseball player, the High School Musical alum, 35, opened up about how her past breakups made her...