Amanda Bynes is known for many things. At first, we knew her as a Nickelodeon sweetheart, then she embraced rom-coms, and eventually we came to hear of her DUIs and strange tweets due to her drug addiction problems. But all of that is now in the past. These days Amanda is staying clean and sober post-rehab and living a very different life in LA. She stepped away from the spotlight and started Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, she also showed interest in cosmetology and nail design. Amanda has also chosen a different approach to social media these days. Instead of being cryptic and having tabloids spread rumours, she has chosen to be very upfront with her followers. She occasionally updates on Instagram on what she’s doing, and very honestly talks about what beauty procedures she gets done. Let’s take a look at some examples of that.
A Little Work on the Eyes
You might’ve noticed that Amanda’s eyes look a bit different. More open, less heavy on the upper lid. She say that people were commenting on her look online and decided to set the record straight by posting an Instagram story. She said that she got a blepharoplasty because she didn’t want to have droopy eyelids anymore and now she feels so much better about herself. Love the no-drama approach, just a clear explanation. You go girl!
And Yep, She Got Lip Fillers Too
She didn’t stop at her eyes. Amanda popped on Instagram to show off her freshly filled lips, even tagging the clinic where she had them done. No secrecy, no shame—just a casual “here’s what I did.” That honesty feels rare in a world where celebs usually chalk sudden new lips up to “lip liner.”
The Ozempic Chapter
Amanda has also been open about turning to Ozempic to help with her weight. She said she’d been struggling to lose pounds the old-fashioned way and wanted to feel better about herself—and, in her own words, look better in paparazzi shots. She shared her weight and even her target goal, treating it almost like a progress report to fans. She even did an update after a few months with a video of herself in the mirror and a caption that said “skinnier.”
More Than Just Aesthetic Changes
If you’ve been a fan of Amanda Bynes, you probably know that she’s been through a lot. She spent some time in psychiatric care, her parents were granted a conservatorship over her (how very Britney) that expired in 2022. Amanda has been very upfront about her struggles with mental health and was open about being diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2023.
The Role Movies Played
One of the most surprising things Amanda has shared is how much her old films affected her self-image. Watching herself in She’s the Man, where she had to pass as a boy, left her depressed for months. Later, seeing herself in Hall Pass sparked a similar spiral. She even said those moments convinced her to quit acting. It shows how much on-screen roles can mess with an actor’s sense of self.
So, Where Is She Now?
Amanda seems to be in a stage of taking control. Instead of hiding changes or letting the tabloids spread rumors, she’s choosing to speak directly to her audience. Whether it’s about surgery, fillers, or mental health, she’s calling the shots—and letting the world know exactly why.
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