Bretman Rock just reignited a Hollywood feud fans never knew was this deep—this time taking direct aim at Vanessa Hudgens. The Filipino-American influencer spilled shocking details on a podcast about an awkward Coachella encounter that he says forever changed how he sees the High School Musical star.
During his appearance on the Sweet or Savory Podcast, Bretman didn’t hold back when asked about his “most disappointing celebrity run-in.” “I don’t like her,” he stated bluntly. According to him, the uncomfortable moment unfolded at Coachella around 2017 or 2018, when both were there promoting Sugar Bear Hair.
Bretman recalled spotting Hudgens chatting with the brand’s CEO, whom he already knew personally, and attempting a friendly wave. But instead of acknowledging him, Hudgens allegedly “clocked” him and ducked out of sight. “She literally tried to hide,” he said, clearly still annoyed by the snub.
That moment, Bretman said, made him feel disrespected—not just personally, but culturally. “I wasn’t even saying hi to you,” he joked, referencing High School Musical. “I’ve always been Team Sharpay.” But his tone quickly turned serious. “You’re not even Mexican. And I’m not your fan,” he added pointedly, suggesting Hudgens had distanced herself from her Filipino heritage.
According to Bretman, Hudgens then made things worse by using her assistant as a barrier. “She grabs her assistant’s hand and positions her as a wall because I was approaching the CEO,” he said. “There’s zero reason for you to hide or use someone as cover. Everyone there was invited.”
For Bretman, it wasn’t just an ego bruise—it felt like cultural rejection. “You’re not above me, and I’m not beneath you,” he said. “I’m Filipino too, but you can’t even show love to your own people?”
Fans online were quick to weigh in, with many applauding Bretman’s candor and others questioning whether the moment was misunderstood. Still, his story has struck a nerve—raising bigger questions about identity, celebrity behavior, and how stars treat others from their own communities.
As the clip continues circulating, neither Hudgens nor her team has responded, leaving the internet to do what it does best—speculate, debate, and choose sides.
