Vanessa Hudgens on Ellen -- FIRST LOOK!

Vanessa Hudgens is a lady in red as she chats with Ellen DeGeneres.

During the taping, Ellen had to ask about the 22-year-old actress’ love life.

Vanessa, wearing Pollini heels, insisted that she’s still friends with former beau Zac Efron, “No, we’re good. After being in a relationship with someone that long, you stay friends. [We were together] five years.”

But what about Josh Hutcherson? “Aww, I love him,” she gushed. “We just did a movie together and we had the best time.”

Vanessa‘s segment will air TOMORROW, Wednesday, March 23rd. Check your local listings for times!

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