High School Musical Gossip

We know, we know. High School Musical 3 doesn't come out for another two months.

Still, the following rumor about High School Musical 4 is too exciting not to pass along:

According to Life and Style Weekly, Zac Efron might actually reprise his role as Troy Bolton in a fourth installment of the franchise that made him famous. The great-haired actor had originally said this fall's big screen version of the film would be his last, but that celebrity gossip magazine reports that it might come down to salary.

"Zac is thinking in the $8 million to $10 million range, but it depends on how the movie opens and how desperately they want him back,” a source told the publication.

Stop staring at a shirtless, wet Zac Efron and focus on the fact that he might return for High School Musical 4.

High School Musical 3 may be focused on the group's graduation, but Disney is still optimistic it can get recruit a few major cast members to return. Money does talk, after all.

"Are we going to have all the cast back? Probably not," Disney Channel Worldwide president Rich Ross said in April when the third movie was first announced. "Will we have some of them? I hope so.

Earlier today, we posited that Matt Prokop would become the next big High School Musical star.

And he very well might.

Before we speculate about High School Musical 4, however, let's not forget that the third installment comes out on October 24. Want a special look at Vanessa Hudgens and company?

Here's a cool scrapbook video of the filming of the movie:

Warning: the following pictures reveal a couple High School Musical 3 spoilers.

Specifically, a few make the outcome of the Wildcats' championship basketball game rather obvious.

Enlarge them at your own risk, but also keep in mind that they all feature Zac Efron in the role of Troy Bolton. In other words: they may spoil a story line, but they're freakin' gorgeous! For example:

Zac Efron: The ultmate (cute!!!!) close-up.

We'll give you a few minutes to stare at the photo above and then get your heart rate back to normal...

Once you've recovered from the image of Efron sweaty and intense, check out the following High School Muscial 3 pics. They feature Efron and real-life girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens in the roles that made them famous:

High School Musical 3: Senior Year doesn't come out until October.

But you needn't wait that long in order to enjoy a clip of the movie.

The clip below features a first listen at “Right Here Right Now”, a song performed by Troy (Zac Efron) and Gabriella (Vanessa Hudgens).

As for the plot of the movie? Ashley Tisdale - who reprises her role of super snob Sharpay Evans - provides a simple summation: “Graduation, prom, everybody wants to see the senior year, so it’s gonna be really cool."

Watch and enjoy!

KayCee Stroh can't wait to marry Ben Highinson. But that doesn't mean she's acting too insane about the impending nuptials.

"I have an absolutely wonderful wedding planner who's [stopping] me from being a Bridezilla," the High School Musical Star told People. "I'm so excited. It's great. It's going to be a January wedding. A lot of red, white and silver – and cranberries."

Higginson proposed to Stroh in May. Since then, he's actually been a significant help to his soon-to-be bride.

"He helped me pick the flowers – most guys don't do that," said Stroh, who wrapped High School Musical 3: Senior Year earlier this summer. "He's great. Surprisingly, he's been there every step of the way when I've needed him ... He is perfect!"

Stroh also made it clear that Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens and the entire gang would be invited to the event

"Of course!" she said. "Everyone is invited. It's going to be a big wedding."

Here is the first batch of movie posters from High School Musical 3: Senior Year, starring the incredibly handsome Zac Efron, his girl Vanessa Hudgens, and Ashley Tisdale, Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman and Lucas Grabeel, too!

The motion picture soundtrack will be released on Tuesday, October 21. The second song off the soundtrack, titled simply “High School Musical,” will debut on the Disney Channel next Friday, August 8! The trailer is already online.

The theatrical release of High School Musical 3: Senior Year is set for Friday, October 24. You'd better believe we will be there.

Here are a bunch more posters. Click to enlarge!

In case the High School Musical 3 trailer isn't enough to get you excited for the big-screen installment of this franchise, check out the following photos.

The pictures are taken from the set of the film, which features all six of the original High School Musical stars. Many are in character below...

Corbin Bleu and Monique Coleman star as the character of Chad and Taylor, respectively.

Olesya Rulin and Lucas Grabeel pose for the camera.

Soaked Stars of the Show: Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron share a scene.

Forget Crystle Stewart falling to the ground during this weekend's Miss Universe pageant.

Head over to our video section right now in order to see an even more exciting clip: the first trailer for High School Musical 3!

The third installment of the wildly successful Disney franchise hits theaters on October 24. But you can get an early glance at Zac Efron and company on action now...

Ashley Tisdale is just like every fan of High School Musical: she can't wait for the third installment of the franchise to hit theaters!

We assume that's why the young actress recently talked about the evolution of her character in High School Musical 3: Senior Year.

“She’s competing for this Julliard scholarship,” Tisdale told MTV of her snobby songstress’ story line in the film. “You know how she is when she wants something! You know, she has to get it.”

Ashley Tisdale - as Sharpay Evans - shakes what her mama gave her in this scene from High School Musical 3. Vote on this photo and others from High School Musical NOW.

As for how she interacts with Lucas Grabeel, who portrays her brother in the franchise, Tisdale pointed to a dance routine between the stars.

“I have this musical number with my brother Ryan, and I’m trying to reel him back over to my side. Because, you know, now he is accepted by the Wildcats from the sequel,” she said, citing a development from High School Musical 2.

Finally, Ashley, what about those unmistakable Sharpay outfits? Will we get a glimpse of more unique High School Musical fashion?

“They are just as crazy, but also now a little bit more designer,” said the actress. “A little bit more Dolce & Gabbana kind of stuff, but everything is still Swarovski crystals; she still has to have a touch of that.”

High School Musical 3: Senior Year may not hit theaters until October - but fans can get their first look at the blockbuster when its trailer will premieres this Sunday at 7:55 p.m. ET/PT on the Disney Channel.

"We're paying homage to the fans by debuting our first look on the very network that launched the franchise," said Mark Zoradi, president, Walt Disney Motion Pictures Group.

"High School Musical is a worldwide phenomenon and as such, it is important to pursue a nearly simultaneous launch of the first look to fans everywhere, employing our online venue, Disney.com, as well as our international Disney Channels and Jetix platforms."

Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale and company are coming to a theater near you.

Meanwhile, The High School Musical 3: Senior Year soundtrack will be in stores October 21, three days before every teenager in the country calls in sick to school the movie premieres.