In the early 2000s, Amanda Bynes was the darling of teen comedies, starring alongside heartthrob Channing Tatum in the 2006 romantic comedy, She’s the Man. Yet, she has been out of the acting business for over a decade, which is difficult to believe. The Emma Stone-starring comedy flick Easy A, which came out in September 2010, was the She’s the Man star’s last acting role.
But in recent years, Bynes, 37, has been in the news more for her erratic behavior than her acting chops. Recently, fans have begun to express concern about her mental health after she announced a major career change.
In a recent social media video, Bynes, best known for her roles in What a Girl Wants and Robots, revealed her plans to open a “nail salon”. While many fans were excited about her new venture, others expressed concerns about her mental health.
Amanda Bynes’ Nail Salon Venture Stirs Up Worries About Her Mental Health
Amanda Bynes was apparently well on her way to becoming a nail artist after enrolling in a cosmetology course, as reported in 2022. In an Instagram story (via Daily Mail) shared with her 101K followers, the 37-year-old actress wrote:
“In cosmetology college to become a manicurist!”
A recently released video raised doubts in the minds of her fans when she claimed to be opening her own “nail salon”. She said in the clip:
“I can not wait to get my license. I am so excited to start doing nails. I hope you will come to my nail salon when I get my license. I would love to meet you.”
The concern stems from the stark difference between the energetic, skilled actress we knew and loved and the seemingly more reserved version of her that has emerged in recent years. Concerns have been raised about Bynes’ well-being after many fans noticed that she appears to have undergone significant physical changes since her early Hollywood days.
Let’s hear some of the fans’ views:
The only thing I’m worried about is the those eyebrows 👀Other than that, she is clothed, not wandering the streets drugged out. She seems to have goals and might actually be in a really good place.
— The Crazzzy Conservative (@canderson93) February 21, 2024
I wish Amanda a live full of love and healing . Didn’t recognise her here.
Mel Gibson explains the game well here
— Yan.x | ॐ (@euphorio_) February 21, 2024
😱 Being part of Hollywood really messes with people.
Just trust what your eyes are seeing.
Pray for Amanda Bynes.
🙏
— Paul A. Szypula 🇺🇸 (@Bubblebathgirl) February 21, 2024
This is what they do to them. They break their minds and bodies. What saddens me the most is that this wouldn't happen if parents were there for their kids. Some parents rather sell their kids out for money and fame. A lot of these people are so broken. pic.twitter.com/BNMQyEroCz
— Sassafrass84 (@Sassafrass_84) February 21, 2024
She was so hot. What the hell happened?
— Louie (@reallouiehuey) February 21, 2024
Although it’s easy to jump to conclusions based on the way someone looks, it’s important to remain cognizant of the fact that mental health is a complicated and nuanced issue.
Amanda Bynes Was Helpful to Channing Tatum’s Career
Channing Tatum has expressed his gratitude for Amanda Bynes’ 2018 Paper magazine interview, in which she acknowledged fighting for him to be cast in She’s the Man. In an interview, Bynes said that producers had their doubts about Tatum at first.
In a 2018 interview with ET, Tatum acknowledged that the actress had helped him land his first big role. Before 2006’s She’s the Man, the actor had only acted in a few small film roles and a few commercials. He said:
“I love her. I guess she sort of told me [that she fought to get me in the movie]. I love her.”
The G.I. Joe: Retaliation star gave Bynes’ portrayal in Andy Fickman’s film high marks as well, saying:
“She was just so alive. You never knew what was going to come out her mouth, she was just on fire… I haven’t seen her in so long. I love you, Amanda, and I hope you’re doing well.”
Rolling Stone claimed that Bynes was placed on a 72-hour mental hold in 2023 following a psychotic episode that happened in Los Angeles. According to TMZ, on June 17, 2023, mental health specialists concluded that she required inpatient treatment after she reported that she was having suicidal thoughts.
Regardless, it is clear that Bynes has had her fair share of difficulties over the years, and fans should show their support and understanding during this time. As we eagerly await the opening of her nail salon, let us remember the importance of mental health awareness in Hollywood and beyond.
She’s the Man is streaming on Netflix.
