At a recent convention, Lenz enjoyed reconnecting with her 'One Tree Hill' castmates, emphasizing the emotional bonds they share despite the challenges she faced during filming.

Currently, Lenz is focused on various creative projects, including a musical adaptation of 'The Notebook', while also reflecting on her past experiences.

Lenz's memoir reflects on her upbringing, her early religious experiences, and the emotional struggles she faced while balancing her acting career with the controlling nature of her cult life.

She is in the process of 'unlearning' the teachings from the cult, working on rebuilding her trust in God and letting go of the control that once dominated her life.

Initially, Lenz hesitated to join 'One Tree Hill' due to her personal beliefs, but ultimately became a significant part of the show, which aired from 2003 to 2012.

Through sharing her story, Lenz aims to empower others who may be experiencing similar situations, emphasizing the importance of speaking out rather than viewing it as an act of bravery.

Bethany Joy Lenz recently released her memoir, 'Dinner for Vampires: Life on a Cult TV Show (While Also in an Actual Cult)', which details her experiences during her time on 'One Tree Hill' and her involvement in a controlling religious group.

Lenz married Michael Galeotti, the son of the cult leader, but soon found herself in a marriage devoid of the romantic love she had hoped for, leading to feelings of isolation.

In her memoir, she candidly discusses the challenges of writing about her marriage, striving to be respectful towards her daughter's father while sharing her truth.

After the series concluded in 2012, Lenz began therapy outside the cult, which empowered her to leave the controlling environment.

Her decision to leave the cult was primarily motivated by her desire to protect her daughter, Rosie, from experiencing similar control and isolation.

Raised in an evangelical Christian environment, Lenz felt uncomfortable with the show's content that normalized 'living in sin' for young girls, leading to internal conflicts during her time on set.