Amanda Bynes Wants To Change Her Conservatorship Terms After Shock Engagement
Feb. 22 2020, Updated 3:19 p.m. ET
A newly confident Amanda Bynes wants to change the terms of her conservatorship, she told fans in a shocking Instagram selfie video on Friday night.
Her announcement came days after the former child star told fans she got engaged -- and then unveiled a photo of her mystery fiancé, Paul Michael.
Bynes' parents allegedly have never met Michael. Her mother Lynn reportedly is in charge of her conservatorship.
Because the star — who’s long struggled with mental illness and substance abuse — is under the conservatorship, she can’t legally get married unless the judge and her conservator Lynn sign off on the wedding.
Entertainment Tonight reported that a source said the She's the Man star met her husband-to-be, 28, a bit over two months ago.
Now Bynes is sounding off on the situation.
Once-troubled Bynes, 33, said in her video while wearing a casual hoody and nose ring and looking into the camera, "Hey, y'all. I want to thank you guys so much for your support. The fact that you've been rooting for me for years means more than you know.
"Today I want to talk about a controversial topic. My conservatorship case. I have been going to a treatment center that charges $5,200 a month. There's no reason why I shouldn't go to a therapist who takes my insurance for $5,000 dollars less a month.
She continued, "This is why I've asked to see the judge next week regarding this conservatorship issue.
"Thank you guys so much for hearing me out. I'm sorry that this is what I'm dealing with and I'm sorry to put my problems on the internet but this is what life has come to," Bynes said. "So, thank you guys for always supporting me, love you all, peace out. Love you guys! Bye!"
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Loving Beau
Bynes shocked fans on Valentine's Day evening by announcing she's engaged. Later, she posted photos of her man, Paul Michael. The Blast reported he's a student and has TV connections.
Taking Control?
With her new demand to see the judge, Bynes is sounding strong. Will she lower the cost of her treatment—and get permission to marry her fiancé?
Sharing With Followers
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Bynes posted a candid video on Feb. 21 telling fans what was bothering her about her conservatorship.
Sparkling Love
Just days ago, the actress showed off her diamond engagement ring from Michael.
Fresh Start?
Followers didn’t even know Bynes, who has gone through years of personal struggles, had a boyfriend before, and now she wants to marry Michael.
Supportive Responses
Fans who watched Bynes' new video reacted lovingly to the star, who has often hit the headlines in a bad way. "YOU GOT THIS!" one wrote, while many told Bynes "I love you!"