Amanda Bynes, recognized for her roles in popular teen comedies from the early 2000s, was recently spotted in Los Angeles. Paparazzi captured images of the 38-year-old former actress, who now works as a nail technician, while she was walking through Hollywood. In the photos, Amanda wore a loose T-shirt, shorts, and Vans sneakers, with her eyes appearing half-closed.
The latest pictures of Amanda Bynes have sparked an intense discussion on social media, as she looks significantly different and nearly unrecognizable from her earlier days. The star of “She’s the Man” recently revealed that she had her lip fillers removed to return to her natural shape, underwent blepharoplasty, and dyed her hair a darker color.
Many social media users have shown their support for Amanda, urging others to respect her privacy. Comments ranged from “A clear reminder to think twice before putting your children in the spotlight,” to “This is disheartening,” and “Let her live her life; she’s doing her best.” Some users also expressed nostalgia, stating, “I miss the girl we all loved and knew,” and “Thanks to Dan Schneider.”
Bynes was one of the prominent stars of the early 2000s, sharing fame with Lindsay Lohan and Hilary Duff. She starred in comedies such as “She’s the Man,” “Love Wrecked,” and “What a Girl Wants,” among others. From 1999 to 2003, she led her own Nickelodeon series, “The Amanda Show,” which earned her four Kids’ Choice Awards. In 2010, Amanda created an account on X.
In the mid-2000s, Bynes struggled with substance abuse issues, leading her to step back from her career. In 2013, she faced legal troubles, including DUI charges, a confrontation with a fan, and an attempted theft. She was placed under conservatorship, with her mother as her guardian, but after nine years, Bynes successfully petitioned to end the conservatorship.
After completing rehabilitation in 2019, Amanda embraced a sober lifestyle and earned an associate’s degree from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising. However, after a couple of years, she returned to rehab. In recent times, she has been training to become a nail technician.