In a joint statement from their legal representatives, both parties confirmed the settlement, which remains confidential. This agreement concludes a five-year-long case initiated by Twigs, born Tahliah Debrett Barnett, who accused LaBeouf of physical, mental, and emotional abuse during their brief relationship.
### FKA Twigs and Shia LaBeouf Settle Abuse Lawsuit After Long Legal Battle
### FKA Twigs and Shia LaBeouf Settle Abuse Lawsuit After Long Legal Battle
A settlement has been reached by British singer-songwriter FKA Twigs and actor Shia LaBeouf in a significant abuse lawsuit that has highlighted issues surrounding personal relationships and accountability.
The settlement is a pivotal moment for both individuals, allowing them to move forward. However, it invites wider reflection on the implications of their accusations. Barnett had previously requested that the court dismiss all claims against LaBeouf with prejudice, preventing refiling in the future. Initial hopes for the trial last year were dashed with subsequent postponements.
On Tuesday, the attorneys reiterated a commitment to a constructive outlook, emphasizing personal well-being for each party moving ahead. "While the details of the settlement will remain private, we wish each other personal happiness, professional success, and peace in the future," the representatives stated.
FKA Twigs and LaBeouf met on the set of the film *Honey Boy* in 2018, quickly forming a romantic connection that lasted about nine months until parting ways in 2019 due to hectic schedules. In her lawsuit filed in 2020, Twigs detailed severe allegations of "relentless abuse," describing instances of LaBeouf allegedly waking her up at night to strangle her, throwing her against vehicles, and displaying jealousy when she interacted with other men.
During a 2021 broadcast on Louis Theroux's BBC Radio 4 podcast, Barnett candidly discussed the torment of her relationship with LaBeouf and the lasting psychological impacts it inflicted, such as PTSD. She specifically pointed to a lack of discourse on the healing process for survivors of abuse.
In response, LaBeouf expressed remorse for his actions, acknowledging a history of abusive behavior towards himself and others, though he has denied some of the allegations brought against him. He stated, “I have been abusive to myself and everyone around me for years. I have a history of hurting the people closest to me. I'm ashamed of that history and am sorry to those I hurt.”
Barnett released her critically acclaimed album *Eusexua* earlier this year, solidifying her place in the music industry with two Brit Award nominations. LaBeouf, best known for roles in the *Transformers* franchise and *Indiana Jones*, was most recently in the 2023 film *Henry Johnson*.
The resolution of this case highlights the ongoing conversation around personal accountability, the complexities of abusive relationships, and the healing journeys that survivors often face.
On Tuesday, the attorneys reiterated a commitment to a constructive outlook, emphasizing personal well-being for each party moving ahead. "While the details of the settlement will remain private, we wish each other personal happiness, professional success, and peace in the future," the representatives stated.
FKA Twigs and LaBeouf met on the set of the film *Honey Boy* in 2018, quickly forming a romantic connection that lasted about nine months until parting ways in 2019 due to hectic schedules. In her lawsuit filed in 2020, Twigs detailed severe allegations of "relentless abuse," describing instances of LaBeouf allegedly waking her up at night to strangle her, throwing her against vehicles, and displaying jealousy when she interacted with other men.
During a 2021 broadcast on Louis Theroux's BBC Radio 4 podcast, Barnett candidly discussed the torment of her relationship with LaBeouf and the lasting psychological impacts it inflicted, such as PTSD. She specifically pointed to a lack of discourse on the healing process for survivors of abuse.
In response, LaBeouf expressed remorse for his actions, acknowledging a history of abusive behavior towards himself and others, though he has denied some of the allegations brought against him. He stated, “I have been abusive to myself and everyone around me for years. I have a history of hurting the people closest to me. I'm ashamed of that history and am sorry to those I hurt.”
Barnett released her critically acclaimed album *Eusexua* earlier this year, solidifying her place in the music industry with two Brit Award nominations. LaBeouf, best known for roles in the *Transformers* franchise and *Indiana Jones*, was most recently in the 2023 film *Henry Johnson*.
The resolution of this case highlights the ongoing conversation around personal accountability, the complexities of abusive relationships, and the healing journeys that survivors often face.
