Shia LaBeouf Arrested at Mardi Gras in New Orleans: Fight, FKA Twigs History, Mia Goth Split & Net Worth
Shia LaBeouf is back in headlines for all the wrong reasons. The Transformers actor was arrested during Mardi Gras in New Orleans on two counts of simple battery after a violent bar brawl in the French Quarter — the latest chapter in a turbulent personal saga that now includes a split from Mia Goth, a resurfaced history with FKA Twigs, and renewed questions about his sobriety and future in Hollywood.
Shia LaBeouf New Orleans Arrest: What Happened
LaBeouf, 39, was kicked out of a Royal Street business early Tuesday after causing a disturbance. Once removed, police say a victim was struck by LaBeouf using his closed fists multiple times. The victims reported that LaBeouf left but then came back, acting even more aggressive.
LaBeouf was released on his own recognizance by Criminal District Court Judge Simone Levine. Hours after his release, he was spotted on Bourbon Street with Mardi Gras revelers. He posted a single message to X: "Free me."
A court appearance is set for March 19, 2026. One of the alleged victims is also characterizing the incident as a hate crime, claiming LaBeouf directed anti-gay slurs at him during the confrontation.
Why Was Shia LaBeouf in New Orleans?
Following his split from Mia Goth, LaBeouf relocated from Los Angeles to New Orleans in December 2025 and purchased a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath Uptown cottage for just over $1 million. Sources say he moved to "reset and refocus," and that his father, who is Louisiana Cajun, lives nearby. LaBeouf was seen earlier in the weekend at the Bacchus parade, posing with fans, catching throws, and roaming the streets with a neck full of beads.
Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth: Relationship Timeline & Split
LaBeouf and Mia Goth met on the set of Nymphomaniac in 2012. They married in a Las Vegas ceremony in 2016, separated and filed for divorce in 2018, then reconciled. Their daughter was born in March 2022. Goth and LaBeouf broke up in 2025. In a 2025 Elle interview, Goth made her position clear: "What I don't want to talk about is Shia LaBeouf."
FKA Twigs Lawsuit: What You Need to Know
FKA Twigs sued LaBeouf in 2020 accusing him of "relentless abuse," including choking her and knowingly giving her a sexually transmitted disease. The case was settled out of court after she dropped the lawsuit with prejudice. At the time of the suit, LaBeouf said he had no excuses for his "alcoholism or aggression, only rationalizations."
Shia LaBeouf Movies: Career Highlights
| Era | Notable Shia LaBeouf Movies |
|---|---|
| Disney / Early Career | Even Stevens (TV), Holes (2003), Constantine (2005) |
| Blockbuster Peak | Transformers trilogy, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull |
| Prestige / Indie | Fury (2014), American Honey (2016), Honey Boy (2019), The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019) |
| Recent Work | Padre Pio, Slauson Rec (Cannes 2025 documentary) |
LaBeouf earned approximately $20 million from the Transformers franchise before taxes, including $15 million for Transformers: Dark of the Moon alone. He reportedly walked away from a $15 million payday by choosing not to return for the fourth installment.
Shia LaBeouf Net Worth 2026
Shia LaBeouf's net worth as of 2026 is estimated at $20 million, built through nearly two decades of work as an actor in movies and television, as well as his projects as a performance artist and film director. His most recent known asset is the $1 million-plus New Orleans property. A court hearing on March 19 may bring further legal costs that could affect his financial standing going forward.
