Amanda Bynes has publicly shared a significant update on her weight loss, disclosing that she has shed 28 pounds through the use of Ozempic. The former actress posted an inspiring message on Instagram, expressing pride in her progress despite ongoing challenges.
On Monday, December 22, 2025, Amanda Bynes took to her Instagram Story to provide a rare glimpse into her personal health journey. The 39-year-old former child star shared a paparazzi photo of herself walking in Los Angeles, using the opportunity to update her followers on her weight loss achievements while using the medication Ozempic.
In the post, Bynes revealed specific details about her weight loss, stating that she started at 180 pounds and has now lost 28 pounds, bringing her current weight to 152 pounds. She accompanied the image with text that read, ‘I usually don’t like paparazzi pictures bc I was 180lbs, but now I’ve lost 28lbs on ozempic! I’m down to 152lbs.’ This candid admission highlighted her transformation and the role of the GLP-1 medication in her journey.
Despite her progress, Bynes added a note of self-awareness, writing, ‘I know I still look big but this photo is really inspiring to me!’ This statement underscores her ongoing battle with body image and her determination to find motivation in her own progress. The photo showed her wearing a loose-fitting Lady Gaga T-shirt, baggy ripped jeans, and a small Louis Vuitton denim purse, with her current platinum-blond mullet, thick eyeliner, and septum ring on display.
Bynes’ weight loss journey is part of a broader effort to improve her health after a period of struggle. In March 2024, she admitted to her Instagram followers that she had ‘gained over 20lbs in the past few months from being depressed,’ at which time she weighed 162 pounds and expressed a goal to ‘get back to 110lbs.’ This context adds depth to her recent achievements, showing her resilience in overcoming mental health challenges.
Her relationship with weight and appearance has been complex historically. In November 2018, Bynes revealed to Paper magazine that she had ‘abused Adderall’ for years to maintain a certain weight during the height of her fame, even faking symptoms of ADD to obtain the prescription. This past admission sheds light on the pressures she faced in Hollywood and her previous unhealthy coping mechanisms.
Bynes’ career in television and film, including roles in ‘The Amanda Show’ and ‘She’s the Man,’ was marked by early success but also personal turmoil. She stepped away from Hollywood after her role in the 2010 movie ‘Easy A,’ citing negative industry experiences and a desire to pursue fashion and cosmetology. From August 2013 to March 2022, she was under a conservatorship due to mental health issues, highlighting the severity of her struggles.
In recent years, Bynes has continued to experiment with her appearance, undergoing cosmetic eyelid surgery in 2023 and getting lip filler in August 2025. These changes, along with her weight loss, reflect her ongoing journey of self-expression and recovery. Her Instagram update serves as a testament to her evolving relationship with her body and public persona.
Looking ahead, Bynes has indicated that she plans to continue sharing updates on her Ozempic journey, as mentioned in a June 2025 video where she expressed excitement about starting the medication. Her openness about weight loss and mental health resonates with many fans, offering a message of hope and perseverance. As she navigates this path, her story remains a poignant example of personal growth in the public eye.
