Amanda Bynes, known for her roles in early 2000s teen comedies, was recently seen in Los Angeles. Paparazzi snapped photos of the 38-year-old former actress, who now works as a nail technician, as she was strolling through Hollywood. In the images, Amanda was wearing a loose T-shirt, shorts, and Vans sneakers, and her eyes appeared half-closed.
Recent photos of Amanda Bynes have ignited a lively debate on social media, as she looks markedly different and nearly unrecognizable compared to her previous appearance. The “She’s the Man” star recently disclosed that she had her lip fillers removed to restore their natural shape, underwent blepharoplasty, and changed her hair color to a dark shade.
Many social media users expressed their support for Amanda and advised others to give her space. Comments varied from “A clear reminder to think twice before thrusting your children into the spotlight,” to “This is disheartening,” and “Let her live her life, she’s doing her best,” with some also noting, “I miss the girl we all adored and knew,” and “Thanks to Dan Schneider.”
Amanda Bynes was one of the standout stars of the early 2000s, sharing the spotlight with Lindsay Lohan and Hilary Duff. She appeared in comedies such as “She’s the Man,” “Love Wrecked,” and “What a Girl Wants,” among others. From 1999 to 2003, she headlined her own Nickelodeon show, “The Amanda Show,” which earned her four Kids’ Choice Awards. In 2010, Amanda initiated an account on X.
In the mid-2000s, Bynes grappled with substance abuse issues, prompting her to take a break from her career. In 2013, Amanda encountered legal problems, including DUI charges, an altercation with a fan, and an attempted theft.
She was put under conservatorship, with her mother serving as her guardian, but after nine years, Bynes successfully petitioned to terminate the conservatorship.
In 2019, after completing rehabilitation, Amanda embarked on a sober lifestyle and even attained an associate’s degree from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising. However, after a couple of years, she returned to rehabilitation. In recent years, she has been undergoing training to become a nail technician.