History of Amanda Bynes in Timeline
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.
April 3, 1986: Amanda Bynes' Birth
On April 3, 1986, Amanda Laura Bynes was born. She would later become an American actress.
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".
2008: Screen Actors Guild Award Nomination
In 2008, Amanda Bynes received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Hairspray
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.
July 2010: Announces Indefinite Hiatus From Acting
In July 2010, Amanda Bynes announced an indefinite hiatus from acting.
2012: Charged with Driving Under the Influence
In 2012, Amanda Bynes was charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in West Hollywood.
May 2013: Charged with Reckless Endangerment and Marijuana Possession
In May 2013, Amanda Bynes was charged with reckless endangerment and marijuana possession after an incident at her apartment building.
July 2013: Hospitalized After Allegedly Starting a Fire
In July 2013, Amanda Bynes was detained and hospitalized after allegedly starting a small fire in a stranger's driveway.
August 2013: Conservatorship Begins
In August 2013, Amanda Bynes was placed under a conservatorship due to struggles with mental health and other issues.
December 2013: Enrolls at FIDM
In December 2013, Amanda Bynes enrolled at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) in Irvine, California for 2014.
June 2014: Charges Dismissed
In June 2014, a New York County judge dismissed the reckless endangerment and marijuana possession case against Amanda Bynes.
October 2014: Accusations and Conservatorship Extension
In October 2014, Amanda Bynes made accusations against her father, later recanting them. Her mother then received conservatorship of her. She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
August 2018: Paperwork Filed to Continue Conservatorship
In August 2018, paperwork was filed to continue Amanda Bynes' conservatorship until August 2020.
2018: Received Associate's Degree
In 2018, Amanda Bynes received her associate's of art degree in merchandise product development and announced her intentions to start a bachelor's degree program.
2018: Bynes Discusses Sobriety and Apologizes
In 2018, Amanda Bynes stated she had been sober for four years and apologized for her past behavior on Twitter.
February 2022: Files to End Conservatorship
In February 2022, Amanda Bynes filed to end her conservatorship.
March 2022: Conservatorship Ends
In March 2022, Amanda Bynes' conservatorship was terminated after it was deemed no longer necessary.
March 22, 2022: Conservatorship Officially Terminated
On March 22, 2022, Amanda Bynes' conservatorship was officially terminated.
March 2023: Planned appearance at '90s Con Cancelled
In March 2023, Amanda Bynes did not attend '90s Con due to illness.
March 20, 2023: Placed on Psychiatric Hold
On March 20, 2023, Amanda Bynes was placed on a 72-hour psychiatric hold after a psychotic episode.
June 17, 2023: Entered Inpatient Treatment
On June 17, 2023, Amanda Bynes entered inpatient treatment after calling the police indicating that she had thoughts of self-harm.
December 2023: Debuts as Podcast Co-Host
In December 2023, Amanda Bynes debuted as the co-host of a podcast but left after one episode.
