She is portrayed by Shawnee Smith.

Shawnee Smith also co-starred as Vicki's free-spirited old college friend Laura who is always encouraging Vicki to let loose.

It was confirmed on March 24, 2009 that Shawnee Smith would return as Amanda Young.

Shawnee Smith, who is not a horror fan, initially refused the role, calling the script "horrific."

(The latter two paired her with Shawnee Smith; the two remain good friends.)

Michael cites Shawnee Smith, with whom he co-starred in the 1988 movie The Blob, as his first crush.

Shawnee Smith, of Billboard magazine reviewed the song favorably, saying that the singers "do their best with a chorus that is maddeningly silly."

Shawnee Smith as Dr.Francine Sullivan, a doctor who works at the mental hospital and is Jake's caretaker.

Shawnee Smith (born July 3, 1970) is an American film and television actress and singer.

She is currently part of a country music group with actress Shawnee Smith called Smith & Pyle.