Amanda Bynes was recently spotted in Los Angeles sporting a refreshed look, sporting platinum blonde hair while ditching her blue eyebrows.
The former actress, known for “The Amanda Show” and “What I Like About You,” continues to attract attention for her evolving style and public appearances.
Amanda Bynes has been open about focusing on her health and confidence while exploring creative work in music, art and media.
Bynes was spotted in Los Angeles enjoying a casual afternoon snack, and the 40-year-old former actress sparks conversation with a noticeably updated aesthetic.
Photographer captured the “What I Like About You” star looking remarkably refreshed, prompting fans to draw comparisons to the classic girl-next-door image she cultivated earlier in her career.
The most striking change is her hair; Bynes transitioned to light platinum blonde, styled in soft, natural waves. Her makeup choices also complemented this shift, specifically a more understated brow that steered away from the experimental, bold trends like the vibrant blue brows she debuted just back in April.
For the casual daytime outing, Bynes went for a chic monochrome outfit, pairing an oversized black T-shirt with spiral-cut leather pants. She finished off the look with a classic Chanel bag, keeping things simple but polished.
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The former Nickelodeon is focusing on health and music after leaving Hollywood
This visual transformation coincides with Bynes’ ongoing commitment to her health. The actress has been open about her efforts to lose weight and has previously noted her use of medications such as Ozempic.
She has previously said that these steps were taken to feel more confident in front of the camera and to “look better in paparazzi photos” so fans “don’t see my double chin from weird angles.”
Her recent public sightings also add to the growing interest in her gradual return to creative work. After stepping away from acting in 2010, following a big run in film and television, including her final role in “Easy A,” she took time out of the spotlight to focus on her mental health.
In recent years, however, she has explored new creative directions instead of returning to Hollywood acting.
The former actress released her debut single “Girlfriend” in April through Create Music Group, marking her foray into music. Her label describes the track as “built around a strong hook and confident, flirt-heavy energy; it’s designed for repeat listens and broad playlisting.”
Amanda Bynes expands creative work in music, art and public performance
Bynes had previously experimented with hip-hop tracks like “Diamonds,” a collaboration with her then-fiancé, Paul Michael.
Following the initial release, the duo expanded their sonic experiments in 2022 with a full-length version of the song and a follow-up track titled “Fairfax.”
Outside of music, Bynes has explored other creative outlets. She graduated from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in 2019, later co-hosted a podcast with Paul Sieminski, participated in an art show and clothing pop-up in 2024, and briefly joined OnlyFans, clarifying that she “doesn’t want to post any snarky content.”
The former actress has had with her style and makeup
Last month she also made headlines for a more playful beauty experiment, stepping out in Los Angeles with brows decorated with tiny sparkling jewels during a low-key errand.
In the photos, Bynes, dressed casually in a black T-shirt and matching shorts, was seen managing a few personal items, including a pack of cigarettes and a Starbucks coffee, as she rummaged through her purse.
Her bleached hair at the time was styled in its signature long, layered cut.
Jennie Garth Reflects On Working With Amanda Bynes And Her ‘Overflowing Teenage Energy’
Bynes remains a familiar figure to many who grew up watching her on “The Amanda Show” and in movies like “What a Girl Wants.”
As one of the most recognizable young stars of the 2000s, even her brief public appearances today tend to spark renewed conversation and nostalgia among fans.
The lasting impact is something her former co-star Jennie Garth has also reflected on. The two worked together on the sitcom “What I Like About You,” and Garth recently opened up about how that experience left a mark on her personally and professionally.
“Working with Amanda was an eye-opener for me,” Garth shared E! Newsand explains that it gave her a new perspective on being around teenage energy on set. “I didn’t know what it was like as the older person to act in the scenes with a younger person, or just to be around that kind of teenage energy.”
Now 54, Garth described Bynes as someone who brought an unmistakable liveliness to the set. “She had so much exuberant teenage energy,” she added.
