Fans Rejoice as Former Child Actress Amanda Bynes Is Seen ‘Thriving’ in Rare Art Show Appearance

Over time, however, Amanda fought against the conservatorship, petitioning for it to end as she sought to regain control over her life. For years, the actress had a complex relationship with her family, particularly with her father.

In 1999, Amanda’s father claimed, “The reason everybody likes Amanda is who she is. And the minute you take her away from here, from her brother and sister and grandma and her house, well, you might not have Amanda anymore.”

However, by 2022, it became increasingly clear that Amanda’s relationship with her father was fraught with tension. A source close to the actress revealed that Amanda often expressed resentment toward her dad, holding him accountable for many of her problems.

“It’s scary. She talks about [how] ugly she is, and she sits on her phone 24-7, checking her Twitter feed. She is very angry at her father,” the source added.

Amanda struggled with her mental health again in 2023, leading to a concerning incident in Los Angeles. Early one morning, she was found wandering the streets near downtown, naked and alone.

According to eyewitnesses, Amanda appeared disoriented as she waved down a car and informed the driver that she was coming down from a psychotic episode. Taking matters into her own hands, she called 911 for help.