History of Shia LaBeouf in Timeline

Shia LaBeouf is an American actor and filmmaker, known for his early role as Louis Stevens in Disney's Even Stevens, which earned him a Daytime Emmy Award. He debuted in film with The Christmas Path (1998) and later ventured into directing short films, including Let's Love Hate (2004) and Maniac (2011), the latter featuring rappers Cage and Kid Cudi. LaBeouf has worked steadily in both television and film, expanding his creative endeavors to include directing.

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2004: LaBeouf's Essay in I Am Jewish

In 2004, Shia LaBeouf contributed an essay to the book I Am Jewish by Judea Pearl, where he described having a "personal relationship with God" within the confines of Judaism.

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2007: Justin M. Damiano Comic by Dan Clowes

In 2007, Dan Clowes created the comic Justin M. Damiano, which later gained attention when Shia LaBeouf's short film Howard Cantour.com was noted to have similarities, leading to accusations of plagiarism in 2013.

2007: LaBeouf Declares Religion Doesn't Make Sense

In 2007, Shia LaBeouf declared that religion had "never made sense" to him, marking a shift in his previously stated religious views.

2010: Plagiarism in LaBeouf's Apology

In 2010, a post appeared on Yahoo! Answers. Sites noted that Shia LaBeouf's apology for plagiarizing Dan Clowes' comic appeared to have been lifted from this post, leading to criticism over his sincerity.

2012: LaBeouf Meets Mia Goth While Filming Nymphomaniac

In 2012, Shia LaBeouf met British actress Mia Goth while they were filming the movie Nymphomaniac, marking the beginning of their relationship.

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December 17, 2013: LaBeouf Releases Howard Cantour.com

On December 17, 2013, Shia LaBeouf released his short film Howard Cantour.com to the Internet, which was quickly noted for its close similarities to Dan Clowes' 2007 comic Justin M. Damiano, leading to plagiarism accusations.

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January 2014: LaBeouf's Views on Copyright and Daniel Boring Project

In January 2014, Shia LaBeouf discussed the plagiarism accusations with Bleeding Cool, stating that he viewed copyright laws as too restrictive. He later tweeted a description of his next project, Daniel Boring, which was also taken word-for-word from a description by Dan Clowes of his comic.

June 26, 2014: LaBeouf Arrested at Studio 54

On June 26, 2014, Shia LaBeouf was arrested at New York City's Studio 54 theater and subsequently charged with disorderly conduct, harassment, and criminal trespass after behaving disruptively. He later sought treatment for alcoholism.

October 2014: LaBeouf Finds God During Fury Filming

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

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2015: "Just Do It" Internet Meme

In 2015, Shia LaBeouf appeared in #Introductions, a video made in collaboration with Central Saint Martins Fine Art students. A segment featuring an exaggerated motivational speech, dubbed "Just Do It" after the Nike slogan, became a viral Internet meme, becoming the most searched for GIF of 2015 according to Google.

2015: LaBeouf Endorses Jeremy Corbyn

In 2015, Shia LaBeouf publicly endorsed Jeremy Corbyn's campaign in the Labour Party leadership election in the United Kingdom, expressing his support for Corbyn's political views.

October 10, 2016: LaBeouf and Goth's Las Vegas Commitment Ceremony

On October 10, 2016, Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth appeared to have gotten married in a Las Vegas ceremony officiated by an Elvis impersonator. However, it was later clarified that the event was a commitment ceremony, not a legal marriage.

July 8, 2017: LaBeouf Arrested in Savannah, Georgia

On July 8, 2017, Shia LaBeouf was arrested in downtown Savannah, Georgia, for public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and obstruction. He made racial remarks towards police officers during his arrest.

October 2017: LaBeouf Sentenced After 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) following his arrest in Savannah, Georgia. He was sentenced to probation, fined, and ordered to seek therapy.

September 2018: LaBeouf and Goth Separate and File for Divorce

In September 2018, it was announced that Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth had separated and filed for divorce, marking the end of their relationship at the time.

2018: LaBeouf Dates FKA Twigs

In 2018, Shia LaBeouf began dating British musician FKA Twigs, marking a new relationship in his life.

2019: LaBeouf and FKA Twigs End Relationship

In 2019, Shia LaBeouf and FKA Twigs ended their relationship, bringing their time together to a close.

April 2020: LaBeouf Cast in Don't Worry Darling

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

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August 2020: LaBeouf Claims He Quit Don't Worry Darling

In August 2020, Shia LaBeouf claimed he "quit the film due to lack of rehearsal time" of Don't Worry Darling, directed by Olivia Wilde. Wilde disputed those claims.

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September 2020: LaBeouf Criminally Charged with Battery and Petty Theft

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

September 2020: LaBeouf Replaced by Harry Styles in Don't Worry Darling

In September 2020, Shia LaBeouf was replaced by Harry Styles in the film Don't Worry Darling due to purported scheduling conflicts. Olivia Wilde later claimed she fired LaBeouf because of his "combative energy."

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December 2020: FKA Twigs Sues LaBeouf for Abuse

In December 2020, Shia LaBeouf was sued by his ex-girlfriend FKA Twigs for sexual battery, assault, and infliction of emotional distress, with allegations of abuse also detailed against another ex-girlfriend, Karolyn Pho. LaBeouf initially responded with an admission of being "abusive" but later denied the allegations. The lawsuit was eventually settled.

2020: LaBeouf Begins Dating Margaret Qualley

In 2020, Shia LaBeouf began dating American actress Margaret Qualley after they co-starred in Rainey Qualley's music video, initiating a new relationship.

January 2021: LaBeouf and Margaret Qualley's Relationship Ends

In January 2021, it was reported that Shia LaBeouf's relationship with American actress Margaret Qualley had ended. They began dating in 2020 after co-starring in her sister Rainey Qualley's music video.

May 2021: LaBeouf Completes Diversion Program, Charges Dropped

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

February 2022: LaBeouf and Goth Reconcile and Expecting First Child

In February 2022, reports surfaced that Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth had reconciled, and Mia Goth was pregnant with their first child, marking a new chapter in their relationship.

March 2022: LaBeouf and Goth's Daughter Born

In March 2022, Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth welcomed their daughter into the world, solidifying their renewed relationship.

August 2022: Variety Publishes Story on Don't Worry Darling Controversy

In August 2022, Variety published a story containing email forwards sent to Olivia Wilde disputing her firing claims along with photos of text messages and videos from Wilde in August 2020 asking LaBeouf to reconsider quitting Don't Worry Darling.

August 2022: LaBeouf Discusses Abuse and Selfishness on Podcast

In August 2022, during an interview on Jon Bernthal's Real Ones podcast, Shia LaBeouf remarked that he had "hurt that woman" and admitted to being a "pleasure-seeking, selfish, self-centered, dishonest, inconsiderate, fearful human being,"

August 2022: LaBeouf Discusses Catholic Faith Conversion

In an August 2022 interview with Bishop Robert Barron, Shia LaBeouf shared that he had fallen in love with the Catholic faith while studying for his role in the film Padre Pio and staying in a Capuchin monastery, highlighting the Traditional Latin Mass's influence on his conversion.

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April 17, 2023: Original Trial Date for FKA Twigs Lawsuit

The trial for the lawsuit filed against Shia LaBeouf by his ex-girlfriend FKA Twigs, alleging sexual battery, assault, and infliction of emotional distress, was originally scheduled to proceed on April 17, 2023, before being rescheduled.

May 2023: LaBeouf Undergoing Order of Christian Initiation

In May 2023, Shia LaBeouf confirmed that he was undergoing the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, indicating his active involvement in the process of joining the Catholic Church.

November 6, 2023: Rescheduled Trial Date for FKA Twigs Lawsuit

The trial for the lawsuit filed against Shia LaBeouf by his ex-girlfriend FKA Twigs, alleging sexual battery, assault, and infliction of emotional distress, was rescheduled for November 6, 2023, after the initial date in April.

December 31, 2023: LaBeouf Confirmed into the Catholic Church

On December 31, 2023, Shia LaBeouf was confirmed into the Catholic Church by Bishop Robert Barron and expressed a wish to enter the diaconate, marking a significant step in his religious journey.

October 14, 2024: Rescheduled Trial Date for FKA Twigs Lawsuit

The trial for the lawsuit filed against Shia LaBeouf by his ex-girlfriend FKA Twigs, alleging sexual battery, assault, and infliction of emotional distress, was rescheduled for October 14, 2024.