Amber Portwood is an popular American reality television personality best known for her appearances on 16 and Pregnant and Teen Mom OG. Her life has been highly publicized due to personal struggles, legal issues, and relationships, making her a well-known figure in reality TV. Amber Portwood Height is 5 feet 4 inches or 1.63 meters tall.
Early Life & Background
- Full Name: Amber Leann Portwood
- Born: May 14, 1990
- Birthplace: Anderson, Indiana, USA
- Family:
- Grew up in Indiana.
- Lost her sister Candace at a young age.
- Had a difficult childhood and faced early struggles with substance abuse and mental health.
Reality TV Career
16 and Pregnant (2009)
- First gained fame on MTV’s 16 and Pregnant, which documented her pregnancy with her first child, Leah, and relationship with Gary Shirley.
Teen Mom / Teen Mom OG (2009–2022)
- Became a main cast member of Teen Mom (later rebranded Teen Mom OG).
- Chronicled her struggles with parenting, relationships, legal issues, and personal growth.
- One of the most controversial and talked-about cast members.
Teen Mom: The Next Chapter (2022–Present)
- Continued appearing in the Teen Mom franchise, updating fans on her journey.
Personal Life & Legal Issues
Relationships & Family
- Gary Shirley (2007–2011) – Father of her daughter, Leah. Their relationship was rocky and marked by domestic disputes.
- Leah Leann Shirley (born 2008) – Lives with Gary Shirley.
- James Andrew Glennon (born 2018) – In Andrew Glennon’s custody after legal disputes.
Legal Troubles & Struggles
- 2010: Arrested for domestic violence against Gary Shirley.
- 2011: Sentenced to five years in prison for drug-related offenses but was released in 2013 after serving 17 months.
- 2019: Arrested for domestic battery against Andrew Glennon. Resulted in losing custody of her son James.
- Has struggled with substance abuse and mental health issues but has been open about seeking treatment.
Other Ventures & Advocacy
- Released a memoir: Never Too Late (2014), sharing her life story and struggles.
- Advocates for mental health awareness, discussing her battles with bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder.
Legacy & Public Perception
- A controversial yet memorable figure in the Teen Mom franchise.
- Publicly scrutinized for her legal troubles but also praised for being open about her struggles.
- Continues to work on personal growth and parenting relationships.