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.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

April 3, 1986: Amanda Bynes' Birth

On April 3, 1986, Amanda Laura Bynes was born. She would later become an American actress.

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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.