High School Musical star Vanessa Hudgens has posted a poignant message on Instagram just one week after her dad’s death.

The actress shared this quote with the caption: “If only…”

Vanessa lost her dad Greg to cancer the day before she took on the role of Rizzo in a live production of Grease on American TV. The consummate professional carried on with her scheduled performance, dedicating it to her father.

She broke the news on Twitter, writing:

She shared this picture of her with her dad last year with the caption: “My daddy and I. Please pray for his healing!!! The more prayers the better.”

The actress is being comforted by her boyfriend, the singer and actor Austin Butler.