While Britney Spears had her complete downward spiral a few years back (before her parents took control with a conservatorship), one main person was a big part of that: her former controversial manager, Sam Lutfi. She eventually fired him when she realized what a bad influence he was, and it makes the latest update in the Amanda Bynes saga that much more crazier. GUESS who bought the troubled actress’ flight from NYC to L.A. last week? Yes, it was Sam! “Sam bought Amanda the plane ticket for her to return to Los Angeles from New York City. She had no money,” a source close to her revealed. “The two became friends in recent months.” When asked by reporters, Lutfi denied that he bought her ticket, but when asked about their friendship, he said, “I have to call you back” and hung up abruptly. The source reveals they’ve also spoken since Amanda’s been under a 5150 hold. I hope someone 86’s this “friendship” ASAP!