Amanda Laura Bynes is a former American actress known for her successful career in both television and film, particularly in the late 1990s and 2000s. She rose to prominence as a child star on Nickelodeon's sketch comedy shows "All That" and "The Amanda Show." Bynes transitioned to teen and young adult roles in popular sitcoms like "What I Like About You" and movies such as "Big Fat Liar," "What a Girl Wants," "She's the Man," "Hairspray," and "Easy A."
April 3, 1986: Amanda Laura Bynes is born.
On April 3, 1986, Amanda Laura Bynes was born.
1988: The film on which "Hairspray" is based is released.
In 1988, the film on which the musical film "Hairspray" is based was released.
1996: Amanda Bynes begins appearing in "All That."
In 1996, Amanda Bynes began appearing on the Nickelodeon sketch comedy series "All That."
1997: Amanda Bynes begins appearing in "Figure It Out."
In 1997, Amanda Bynes began appearing on the Nickelodeon show "Figure It Out."
1999: Amanda Bynes appears in "Figure It Out."
Amanda Bynes continued to appear on "Figure It Out" until 1999.
1999: Amanda Bynes begins appearing in "The Amanda Show."
In 1999, Amanda Bynes began appearing in "The Amanda Show."
1999: Amanda Bynes begins appearing in "The Amanda Show" and "Figure it Out."
In 1999, Amanda Bynes began appearing in the Nickelodeon sketch comedy series "The Amanda Show" and "Figure It Out."
2000: Amanda Bynes appears in "All That."
Amanda Bynes continued to appear on "All That" until 2000.
2000: Amanda Bynes wins a Kids' Choice Award.
In 2000, Amanda Bynes won a Kids' Choice Award.
2002: Amanda Bynes appears in "The Amanda Show" and "Big Fat Liar."
Amanda Bynes continued to appear in "The Amanda Show" until 2002. That year, she also made her feature film debut in "Big Fat Liar."
2002: Amanda Bynes begins appearing in "What I Like About You" and appears in the film "Big Fat Liar."
Starting in 2002, Amanda Bynes appeared on the WB sitcom "What I Like About You." That year, she also appeared as Kaylee in the teen comedy film "Big Fat Liar."
July 2003: Amanda Bynes appears on the cover of "Vanity Fair."
In July 2003, Amanda Bynes appeared on the cover of "Vanity Fair."
2003: Amanda Bynes appears in "What a Girl Wants."
In 2003, Amanda Bynes starred as Daphne Reynolds in the comedy film "What a Girl Wants."
2005: Amanda Bynes appears in "Charlotte's Web 2: Wilbur's Great Adventure," "Robots," and "Love Wrecked."
In 2005, Amanda Bynes appeared in the direct-to-video film "Charlotte's Web 2: Wilbur's Great Adventure" and the animated film "Robots." She also starred in the romantic comedy "Love Wrecked."
2005: Amanda Bynes appears in "Robots" and "Love Wrecked."
In 2005, Amanda Bynes provided the voice of Piper Pinwheeler in the animated film "Robots." That year, she also starred in the romantic comedy "Love Wrecked."
2006: Amanda Bynes appears in "What I Like About You" and "She's the Man."
Amanda Bynes continued to appear on "What I Like About You" until 2006. That year, she also starred as Viola Hastings in the romantic comedy film "She's the Man."
2006: Amanda Bynes appears in "What I Like About You."
Amanda Bynes continued to star in the WB sitcom "What I Like About You" until 2006.
2006: Amanda Bynes is named one of "Teen People's" 25 Hottest Stars Under 25 and stars in "She's the Man."
In 2006, Amanda Bynes was named one of "Teen People's" 25 Hottest Stars Under 25. That year, she also starred in the teen sports romantic comedy film "She's the Man."
August 2007: Amanda Bynes launches clothing line.
In August 2007, Amanda Bynes teamed up with Steve & Barry's to launch her own fashion line called Dear, consisting of apparel and accessories.
2007: Amanda Bynes discusses her religious upbringing.
In 2007, Amanda Bynes described herself as Jewish but said she was raised learning about both Judaism and Catholicism.
2007: Amanda Bynes appears in "Hairspray."
In 2007, Amanda Bynes starred as Penny Lou Pingleton in the musical film "Hairspray."
2007: Amanda Bynes appears in "Sydney White."
In 2007, Amanda Bynes starred in the comedy "Sydney White."
2008: Amanda Bynes appears in "Living Proof" and an episode of "Family Guy."
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: Amanda Bynes briefly dates Seth MacFarlane.
In 2008, Amanda Bynes briefly dated Seth MacFarlane.
2008: Steve & Barry's files Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
In 2008, Steve & Barry's filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
2009: Amanda Bynes is set to appear in "Post Grad."
In 2009, Amanda Bynes was set to star in the comedy "Post Grad."
June 2010: Amanda Bynes retires from acting.
In June 2010, Amanda Bynes retired from acting.
July 2010: Amanda Bynes announces acting hiatus.
In July 2010, Amanda Bynes announced an indefinite hiatus from acting.
2010: Amanda Bynes appears in "Easy A."
In 2010, Amanda Bynes starred as Marianne Bryant in the comedy film "Easy A."
2012: DUI Charge
In 2012, Amanda Bynes was charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in West Hollywood. This charge was later dropped in 2014, and she received three years of probation.
May 2013: Reckless Endangerment and Drug Charges
In May 2013, Amanda Bynes faced charges of reckless endangerment and marijuana possession. This occurred after an incident in her Manhattan apartment building where she was found smoking in the lobby and allegedly threw a bong out of her apartment window.
July 2013: Hospitalization and Temporary Conservatorship
Amanda Bynes was detained by Ventura County sheriff's deputies in July 2013, after allegedly starting a fire in a stranger's driveway. This incident led to her hospitalization for a 72-hour mental health evaluation. Subsequently, Bynes's parents filed for conservatorship, and her mother was granted temporary control over her affairs.
August 2013: Amanda Bynes is placed in a conservatorship.
In August 2013, Amanda Bynes was placed in a conservatorship.
December 2013: Amanda Bynes enrolls at FIDM.
In December 2013, Amanda Bynes enrolled at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) in Irvine, California.
June 2014: Dismissal of Charges
In June 2014, a New York County judge dismissed the charges of reckless endangerment and marijuana possession against Amanda Bynes.
October 2014: Public Accusations and Conservatorship
In October 2014, Amanda Bynes made serious accusations against her father on Twitter, alleging emotional and sexual abuse. However, she later retracted these statements, claiming they were influenced by a microchip implanted in her brain. Following these events, her mother regained conservatorship. Bynes also shared her bipolar disorder diagnosis.
2014: Amanda Bynes attends FIDM.
Amanda Bynes attended FIDM starting in 2014.
August 2018: Continuation of Conservatorship
In August 2018, legal documents were filed to extend Amanda Bynes's conservatorship until August 2020. This decision aimed to provide continued support and management of her affairs.
2018: Amanda Bynes receives associate's degree.
In 2018, Amanda Bynes received her associate's of art degree in merchandise product development.
2018: Public Apology and Substance Abuse Revelations
In 2018, Amanda Bynes shared that she had been sober for four years, attributing her recovery to her parents' support. She also issued a public apology for her past behavior and statements made on Twitter during her struggle with substance abuse, expressing remorse for the harm caused. Additionally, Bynes revealed her experiences with substance use, including cocaine, MDMA, and an addiction to the ADHD medication Adderall.
2018: Amanda Bynes considers returning to acting.
In 2018, Amanda Bynes considered returning to acting.
2019: Amanda Bynes graduates from FIDM.
In 2019, Amanda Bynes graduated from FIDM.
August 2020: Conservatorship Extended to 2020
Amanda Bynes's conservatorship, which began in 2013, was further extended until August 2020, ensuring continued legal protection and support for her well-being.
February 2022: Filing to End Conservatorship
In February 2022, Amanda Bynes filed a petition to end her conservatorship, believing that her condition had improved to the point where court protection was no longer necessary.
March 2022: Amanda Bynes' conservatorship ends.
In March 2022, Amanda Bynes' conservatorship ended.
March 22, 2022: Termination of Conservatorship
On March 22, 2022, Amanda Bynes's conservatorship was officially terminated. This decision came after Bynes filed to end it in February, stating that her condition had improved and she no longer required court protection. Her parents' attorneys expressed support for her decision, marking a significant step towards regaining her independence.
March 2023: Amanda Bynes is set to appear at '90s Con.
In March 2023, Amanda Bynes was going to reunite with former "All That" cast members at '90s Con, but she did not attend.
March 20, 2023: Psychiatric Hold and Missed Event
On March 20, 2023, Amanda Bynes experienced a psychotic episode in Los Angeles, leading to her being placed on a 72-hour psychiatric hold after seeking help from a bystander and calling 911. This incident caused her to miss her scheduled appearance at the '90s Con in Connecticut, which was meant to be her first public event since the termination of her conservatorship.
June 17, 2023: Voluntary Inpatient Treatment
On June 17, 2023, Amanda Bynes contacted the police, expressing thoughts of self-harm. This led to her voluntary admission to an inpatient treatment facility after mental health professionals determined it was necessary.
December 2023: Amanda Bynes co-hosts "Amanda Bynes & Paul Sieminski: The Podcast."
In December 2023, Amanda Bynes debuted as the co-host of an interview-style podcast, "Amanda Bynes & Paul Sieminski: The Podcast," but she left after one episode.
2023: Amanda Bynes announces new career as a manicurist.
In 2023, Amanda Bynes announced her new career as a manicurist.