Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Amanda Bynes

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Amanda Bynes made an impact.

Amanda Bynes is an American actress who rose to prominence as a child star on Nickelodeon's 'All That' and 'The Amanda Show.' She transitioned to teen comedies, starring in films like 'Big Fat Liar' and 'What a Girl Wants,' as well as the WB sitcom 'What I Like About You'. Bynes later appeared in successful films such as 'She's the Man,' 'Hairspray,' and 'Easy A,' solidifying her status as a popular actress before taking a break from acting.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1999: Stars in "The Amanda Show"

In 1999, at the age of 13, Amanda Bynes starred in "The Amanda Show", a spin-off of "All That".

2002: Feature Film Debut in "Big Fat Liar"

In 2002, Amanda Bynes made her feature film debut in "Big Fat Liar", playing the role of Kaylee.

July 2003: Appears on Vanity Fair Cover

In July 2003, Amanda Bynes appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair magazine.

2005: Voice Role in "Robots" and Starred in "Love Wrecked"

In 2005, Amanda Bynes had a voice role in the animated film "Robots" and starred in the romantic comedy "Love Wrecked".

2006: Stars in "She's the Man"

In 2006, Amanda Bynes starred in the teen sports romantic comedy film "She's the Man", based on Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night".

2006: Starring Role in "What I Like About You" Ends

In 2006, Amanda Bynes' starring role in the WB sitcom "What I Like About You" ended.

August 2007: Teams Up With Steve & Barry's For Fashion Line

In August 2007, Amanda Bynes teamed up with Steve & Barry's to create her own fashion line called Dear.

2007: Stars in "Sydney White"

In 2007, Amanda Bynes starred in the comedy film "Sydney White".

2008: Appears in "Living Proof"

In 2008, Amanda Bynes appeared in the Lifetime Television movie "Living Proof". She also voiced Anna in the Family Guy episode "Long John Peter".

2009: Dropped out of Post Grad

In 2009, Amanda Bynes was set to star in the comedy Post Grad, but she dropped out and was replaced by Alexis Bledel amid rumors that she was having difficulties.