Kicking off the week with a fay of fun in the sun, Mischa Barton was spotted enjoying the warm weather on Miami Beach on Monday (January 2). The former “OC” star wore a fashionable beach outfit consisting of a bikini top and blue shorts as she mingled with friends and cruised about the Atlantic waters on a wave runner. Looking slim and trim these days, Miss Barton has credited her toned figure to her changed diet and exercise.

They’re always fighting with celebrities, and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is complaining about Mischa Barton’s recent photo shoot with photographer Tyler Shields . The pictures depict the “O.C.” actress licking and biting hunks of raw meat, and PETA has slammed Barton and Shields for being insensitive to cows

She’s celebrating her 24th birthday today (January 24), and Mischa Barton was spotted keeping busy at a photocall in Moscow, Russia. The former “O.C” babe, who is currently promoting “You and I,” looked beautiful in a long-sleeved frock as she answered questions about the film and posed for pictures

With friends beginning to worry about her well-being, Mischa Barton continued to push forth while spotted in Beverly Hills on Thursday (April 8). Clad in a cute springtime ensemble, the former “OC” star looked a bit frazzled and somber as she arrived at a friend’s apartment. The previous evening, Miss Barton was busy partying at the Nylon magazine party alongside fellow troubled star, Lindsay Lohan.

Continuing to enjoy her time overseas, Mischa Barton was spotted out and about in Milan on Thursday (March 4).

Making a guest appearance on an Italian TV show, Mishca Barton was spotted showing off her lightened locks in Milan, Italy on Wednesday (March 3). The former “OC” actress paid a visit to the “Chiambretti Nights” TV show and looked quite amused throughout her time on the tube. Meanwhile, “Law & Order: SVU” returns tonight with two back-to-back episodes and Ms Barton’s guest character will make her debut.

Getting in her afternoon shopping fix, Mischa Barton was spotted treating herself to a retail romp in Los Angeles on Thursday afternoon (February 4). Clad in a floral patterned ensemble, the former “OC” star was joined by a few gal pals while dropping into the popular Fred Segal boutique.

It’s no secret that times have been tough for Mischa Barton as of late, and now she’s being sued by her New York City landlord. The “Beautiful Life” actress has reportedly been failing to pay her $7000/month rent payment on her swanky Manhattan apartment and now she’s being taken to court. The company, MRA Realties Inc, is claiming that Mischa has outright refused to submit the past 3 months rent on the Tribeca flat and they’re seeking legal fees as well.

Getting started on her new gig on “Law & Order SVU” –Mischa Barton was spotted hard at work on Monday (January 18). The 23-year-old landed herself a guest spot on the drama series as a prostitute and looked to be doing a good job of playing the part. Not many details have been released about the episode, set to air March 3, but we do know that Mischa’s character is hiding a secret that will make things a tad chaotic for Mariska Hargitay’s Detective Olivia Benson.

Making the most of her time in New York City, Mischa Barton was spotted arriving at her Downtown hotel last night (January 14). The “Beautiful Life” babe looked a bid dodgy as she strolled inside, carrying a bag from discount department store Burlington Coat Factory and sporting a leopard print coat. Perhaps Miss Barton’s new penchant for bargain shopping is the result of a stalled-out career, but then again it could just be research for an upcoming role