We use cookies to personalize your experience and analyze traffic. You can opt out at any time.
Phyllis Amanda Peterson (July 8, 1971 – July 3, 2015) was an American actress best known for her roles as Cindy Mancini in the 1987 film Can't Buy Me Love and Sunny Sisk on the NBC drama series A Year in the Life (1987–1988). Peterson died at age 43 from an accidental drug overdose when she mixed a prescription drug with illegally obtained morphine following surgery.
Amanda Peterson was an American actress recognized for her prominent work in 1980s cinema and television.
She is best known for starring as Cindy Mancini in the teen romantic comedy Can't Buy Me Love and appearing in the science fiction adventure Explorers.
She appeared in television series like A Year in the Life as well as several made-for-television movies including Fatal Charm.