Vanessa Hudgens Joins Fox’s ‘So You Think You Can Dance’

Actress, singer and dancer Vanessa Hudgens will join Nigel Lythgoe and Mary Murphy as the third judge on upcoming 14th season of Fox’s veteran “So You Think You Can Dance.” The season premiere, airing Monday, June 12 from 8-9 p.m. on Fox, will mark Hudgens’ judging debut in part-one of the Los Angeles auditions.

“I am so excited for Vanessa to join Mary and me on the judging panel for the 14th season of “So You Think You Can Dance.” There was instant chemistry in the audition rounds, and I know the “SYTYCD” fans will love her as much as we do. Vanessa is an accomplished artist and brings her own brand of enthusiasm and energy to our panel,” said Lythgoe, who also executive-produces.

The logline: The new season of “So You Think You Can Dance” features highly skilled dancers between the ages of 18-30 who will showcase their talents in various dance styles, including contemporary, tap, hip-hop, ballroom, animation, breaking and more. The Top 10 dancers will be paired up with All-Stars who will guide them throughout the competition as they vie for America’s votes and the title of America’s Favorite Dancer.