British actress Mia Goth has initiated divorce proceedings against actor Shia LaBeouf in a California court, effectively bringing an end to their nearly decade-long relationship, which was marred by periods of reconciliation and separation, as well as numerous high-profile controversies.
A court filing, signed by the parties involved, cites "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the trial. The document confirms that the couple's separation date is July 28, 2025, and that they maintained a period of separation in private for nearly a year before pursuing legal action.
Goth has submitted a court filing seeking primary custody of his four-year-old daughter Elizabeth, as well as physical custody. Additionally, the artist has requested that the court permanently deny any potential spousal pension benefits in the case.
A long-standing relationship between two Hollywood personalities originated in 2012 during the filming of "Nymphomaniac: Vol. II", marking the actress's major film debut. The couple tied the knot in 2016, but their union was short-lived as they initially separated in 2018. They reconciled in 2020, only to eventually part ways later that year. Following the breakup, LaBeouf relocated to New Orleans, where he purchased a $1 million residence to be near his family.
During a March 2022 appearance on the "Channel 5 With Andrew Callaghan" show, the actress from the "Transformers" franchise publicly discussed her decision to distance herself from a partner. She acknowledged that both parties had been deeply unhappy and expressed uncertainty about their relationship, revealing that she had made significant mistakes prior to attempting to conceive a child, including a serious breach of trust.
The actor characterized Goth as an exceptional individual and emphasized that their communication remained amicable, centered on their shared parental responsibilities.
LaBeouf, who has been at the center of several high-profile controversies, recently pleaded guilty to minor charges stemming from an arrest in New Orleans earlier this year, resulting in a formal divorce application being filed.
