They were the ultimate high school sweethearts, although they weren’t really in high school.

It was back in 2006 when “High School Musical” was first released.

There were about 40 guys.

Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens at event

And next came the scene-reading sections, and I got paired with Vanessa Hudgens."

“We created a bond right from the start.

“I remember one time we did have a fight and it was while we were at rehearsals.

Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens at event

When they did finally break up in 2010, a source told PEOPLE they did so as good friends.

Instead, he sent a message to fans while Hudgens appeared with her other former co-stars.

Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens at event