
Zac Efron’s ‘Inhuman’ Body Transformation – Here’s Why He Left Hollywood & Sank into Depression
|- Zac Efron’s journey from “High School Musical” to a versatile actor showcases significant evolution.
- His physical transformation for “The Iron Claw” has been described as “inhuman” by fans.
- Efron’s rise to fame and physical changes were accompanied by personal challenges, including depression.
- He sought solace away from Hollywood, moving to the serene environment of Byron Bay, Australia, and making lifestyle changes.

Zac Efron at the “Baywatch” photocall in Berlin on May 30, 2017 | Source: Getty Images
Zac Efron’s journey from the polished halls of East High in “High School Musical” to the gritty rings of wrestling in “The Iron Claw” is not just a tale of career evolution but a testament to his physical and personal metamorphoses.

Zac Efron at The WB Network’s 2004 All Star Summer Party at the Pacific Design Center on July 14, 2004 in West Hollywood, California | Source: Getty Images
His role in “Baywatch” marked the beginning of a series of intense body transformations that would become both a hallmark of his dedication and a source of profound personal challenges.

Zac Efron in a photo promoting “Baywatch” on May 19, 2017 on his social media | Source” instagram/zacefron
Despite his skyrocketing fame, Efron found himself grappling with depression, leading to a period of introspection away from the limelight in Byron Bay, where he embraced a simpler life.
His decision to sell his Los Angeles home and relocate to Australia marks a new chapter in his quest for balance and happiness, away from the pressures of Hollywood.

Zac Efron during promotions for “Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile” at the IMDb Studio on location at Day 2 of the 2019 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah on January...