Amanda Bynes is opening up about her latest personal goal—losing weight with the help of Ozempic, a medication originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes but increasingly used for weight loss. In a recent Instagram Story, the former child star spoke candidly about her plans and excitement about beginning the new chapter.
The 38-year-old actress, known for her roles in The Amanda Show and Hairspray, told fans she currently weighs 173 pounds and is aiming to drop to around 130 pounds. “I’m so excited,” she said in a short clip, casually filmed in front of a mirror. “I just want to feel better in my body—and look better in paparazzi pictures.”
This marks the latest step in Bynes’ ongoing journey toward improved mental and physical well-being. Over the years, she has spoken publicly about her mental health struggles, including depression, substance abuse, and body image issues. In 2024, she shared on Instagram that she had gained over 20 pounds during a period of depression but was working to shift her mindset and habits.
“I’ve learned to do opposite action,” she explained at the time. “When I feel like staying in bed or eating junk, I try to do the opposite: go for a walk, cook something healthy. It’s not easy, but I’m doing better.”
The What a Girl Wants star added that she plans to share updates as she progresses with Ozempic. “I will post about my Ozempic journey, of course,” she told her followers, hinting at more personal content to come.
Bynes joins a growing list of public figures who have acknowledged turning to prescription weight loss medications. While Ozempic was initially approved to help patients manage type 2 diabetes, its weight loss effects have led to off-label use by celebrities and everyday users alike. Other high-profile names—including reality stars and musicians—have admitted to trying it, sparking debates about the drug’s popularity and accessibility.
According to a 2024 study, around one in eight American adults has experimented with GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic or Wegovy. While many users report significant results, medical professionals continue to stress that these medications should be taken under supervision and as part of a broader health plan.
Bynes’ public revelation underscores the complex relationship many celebrities have with body image in the public eye. The pressure to appear a certain way in photos or red carpet appearances often influences how stars approach fitness and self-care. For Bynes, who has lived through years of scrutiny, the desire to look and feel more confident in public seems to be a motivating factor.
Her followers have shown a mixture of support and concern, with many expressing encouragement for her transparency. Others have raised questions about whether relying on a medication like Ozempic is a healthy choice long-term.
Still, Bynes appears determined to take control of her well-being in a way that works for her. In a separate update earlier this year, she reflected on undergoing blepharoplasty surgery, which she described as “one of the best things” she’s done for her confidence.
Bynes stepped away from acting in 2012 after battling addiction and mental health challenges, later pursuing studies in fashion design and expressing an interest in cosmetics. She has remained mostly out of the spotlight in recent years, resurfacing occasionally on social media to update fans on her personal life.
With her latest announcement, Amanda Bynes is once again stepping forward, embracing vulnerability while striving for progress. Whether it’s through medication, lifestyle changes, or emotional healing, the former actress appears to be writing her next chapter—on her own terms.