Vanessa Hudgens to auction award gown for charity

Actress Vanessa Hudgens is auctioning off the dress she wore to the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards to raise cash for a cancer charity

Actress Vanessa Hudgens is auctioning off the dress she wore to the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards to raise cash for a cancer charity.

Vanessa Hudgens

Bidding for the couture gown began Monday, and the auction will continue on eBay.com, an online shopping portal till Feb 2, reports contactmusic.com.

"I am proud to continue to support Stand Up To Cancer and all the incredible work they do. Cancer touches all of our lives in some way and I am honoured to donate this gorgeous Candie's Couture gown to help to raise funds and awareness for this important initiative," the 23-year-old said.

All proceeds from the sale will benefit Stand Up To Cancer, a charitable organisation.

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