History of Shia LaBeouf in Timeline

Shia LaBeouf is an American actor and filmmaker known for his role as Louis Stevens in the Disney Channel series Even Stevens, for which he won a Daytime Emmy Award. He began his film career with a debut in The Christmas Path (1998) and transitioned to directing with short films like Let's Love Hate (2004) and Maniac (2011), the latter featuring rappers Cage and Kid Cudi. LaBeouf has become a recognized figure in both television and film.

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2004: Essay in I Am Jewish

In 2004, Shia LaBeouf contributed an essay to the book "I Am Jewish", stating that he has a personal relationship with God within Judaism.

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2007: Declared religion never made sense

In 2007, Shia LaBeouf declared that religion had never made sense to him.

2012: Meeting Mia Goth

In 2012, Shia LaBeouf met British actress Mia Goth while filming Nymphomaniac.

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January 2014: Plagiarism Accusations and "Daniel Boring" Project

In January 2014, Shia LaBeouf addressed plagiarism accusations, arguing against restrictive copyright laws. He then tweeted a description of his next project, "Daniel Boring," which was a word-for-word copy of David Clowes' comic description, leading to a cease-and-desist letter from Clowes' attorney.

February 9, 2014: Berlin Film Festival Controversy

On February 9, 2014, Shia LaBeouf caused controversy at the Berlin Film Festival by wearing a brown paper bag over his head with the words "I am not famous anymore" written on it.

June 26, 2014: Arrest at Studio 54

On June 26, 2014, Shia LaBeouf was arrested at New York City's Studio 54 theater for disorderly conduct, harassment, and criminal trespass. He sought outpatient treatment for alcoholism and pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct.

October 2014: Conversion to Christianity

In October 2014, Shia LaBeouf stated in an interview with Interview magazine that he found God during the filming of Fury and became a Christian, with Brad Pitt's guidance.

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November 2014: #Iamsorry Performance

In November 2014, LaBeouf discussed his #Iamsorry performance, revealing feelings of remorse and shame initially, but later a sense of being cared for. He also disclosed that he was sexually assaulted during the February performance.

2014: Collaboration with Luke Turner and Nastja Säde Rönkkö

In 2014, Shia LaBeouf began collaborating with British artist Luke Turner and Finnish artist Nastja Säde Rönkkö on a series of performance art projects.

2015: #Allmymovies performance art project

In 2015, LaBeouf, Rönkkö, and Turner engaged in the high profile performance art project called #Allmymovies.

2015: "Just Do It" Internet Meme

In 2015, Shia LaBeouf appeared in #Introductions, a video collaboration with Central Saint Martins Fine Art students. One segment, an exaggerated motivational speech called "Just Do It," became an Internet meme after going viral.

2015: Endorsement of Jeremy Corbyn

In 2015, Shia LaBeouf endorsed Jeremy Corbyn's campaign in the Labour Party leadership election in the United Kingdom.

October 10, 2016: Las Vegas Commitment Ceremony with Mia Goth

On October 10, 2016, Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth appeared to have married in a Las Vegas ceremony officiated by an Elvis impersonator, although it was later clarified as a commitment ceremony.

2016: #Takemeanywhere performance art project

In 2016, LaBeouf, Rönkkö, and Turner engaged in the high profile performance art project called #Takemeanywhere.

July 8, 2017: Arrest in Savannah, Georgia

On July 8, 2017, Shia LaBeouf was arrested in downtown Savannah, Georgia, for public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and obstruction. Bodycam footage revealed him making profanity-laced racial remarks towards police officers. He attributed the incident to his alcohol addiction.

October 2017: Sentencing for Savannah Arrest

In October 2017, Shia LaBeouf pleaded no contest to disorderly conduct and was found guilty of obstruction but not guilty of public intoxication. He was sentenced to probation, fined, and ordered to seek therapy for anger and substance use issues.

2017: Collaboration with Luke Turner and Nastja Säde Rönkkö

In 2017, LaBeouf, Rönkkö, and Turner continued their collaboration on high-profile performance art projects.

September 2018: Separation and Divorce Filing from Mia Goth

In September 2018, it was announced that Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth had separated and filed for divorce.

2018: Dating FKA Twigs

In 2018, Shia LaBeouf began dating British musician FKA Twigs.

2019: Relationship with FKA Twigs ends

In 2019, Shia LaBeouf's relationship with British musician FKA Twigs came to an end.

April 2020: Casting in Don't Worry Darling

In April 2020, Shia LaBeouf was initially cast in the psychological thriller film "Don't Worry Darling", directed by Olivia Wilde.

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August 2020: LaBeouf's Claim of Quitting Don't Worry Darling

In August 2020, Shia LaBeouf claimed he quit "Don't Worry Darling" due to lack of rehearsal time, disputing claims he was fired.

September 2020: Criminal Charges for Altercation

In September 2020, Shia LaBeouf was criminally charged with misdemeanor battery and petty theft for an altercation that occurred in June of that year. He pleaded not guilty.

September 2020: Replacement in Don't Worry Darling

In September 2020, Shia LaBeouf was replaced by Harry Styles in "Don't Worry Darling" due to scheduling conflicts, though Olivia Wilde later stated she fired him due to his "combative energy."

December 2020: Lawsuit by FKA Twigs

In December 2020, Shia LaBeouf was sued by his ex-girlfriend FKA Twigs for sexual battery, assault, and infliction of emotional distress. The lawsuit also detailed allegations that he abused another ex-girlfriend, stylist Karolyn Pho.

2020: Dating Margaret Qualley

In 2020, Shia LaBeouf started dating American actress Margaret Qualley after they co-starred in Rainey Qualley's music video.

January 2021: Relationship with Margaret Qualley Ends

In January 2021, Shia LaBeouf's relationship with Margaret Qualley reportedly ended.

May 2021: Diversion Program Completion

In May 2021, a judge ordered Shia LaBeouf into a diversion program, which he completed, leading to the charges against him being dropped.

2021: Hewillnotdivide.us performance art project completed

In 2021, LaBeouf, Rönkkö, and Turner concluded their performance art project Hewillnotdivide.us.

February 2022: Reconciliation with Mia Goth and Pregnancy Announcement

In February 2022, reports surfaced indicating that Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth had reconciled, and Goth was pregnant with their first child.

March 2022: Birth of Daughter with Mia Goth

In March 2022, Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth welcomed their daughter.

August 2022: Admission of Harm and Selfishness

Following the lawsuit, and after being removed from Netflix's awards campaign for Pieces of a Woman and starting treatment, in August 2022, Shia LaBeouf admitted on Jon Bernthal's podcast that he had hurt FKA Twigs and described himself as pleasure-seeking, selfish, and inconsiderate.

August 2022: Dispute Over Don't Worry Darling Firing

In August 2022, Variety published emails and messages suggesting Olivia Wilde asked Shia LaBeouf to reconsider quitting "Don't Worry Darling", contradicting her claim that she fired him. Wilde maintained he was replaced, and reports indicated an ultimatum between LaBeouf and Florence Pugh led to Wilde choosing Pugh.

August 2022: Embracing Catholicism

In August 2022, during an interview with Bishop Robert Barron, Shia LaBeouf shared that he had grown fond of the Catholic faith while preparing for the role of Padre Pio and residing in a Capuchin monastery. He emphasized the importance of the Traditional Latin Mass in his conversion.