Shia LaBeouf's Wild Mardi Gras Spiral Escalates Into Arrest
By Afouda Bamidele on February 17, 2026 at 1:45 PM EST
Shia LaBeouf reportedly had a little too much fun during Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
The TV personality, who previously made waves for his wild behavior at the carnival, has reportedly been arrested for an alleged brawl.
Shia LaBeouf is no stranger to getting on the wrong side of the law, as he was involved in a lengthy legal battle with his former partner, FKA Twigs. The latter sued him for assault, sexual battery, and emotional distress after a year of dating.
Shia LaBeouf Allegedly Involved In A Brawl During Mardi Gras
According to new reports, LaBeouf's Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) celebrations ended on a sour note after he was allegedly involved in a brawl. The incident occurred just after midnight outside a bar in the French Quarter.
A video of the aftermath captured LaBeouf from behind, shirtless with his massive back tattoo on full display. He was talking to a man outside the bar, with a crowd in the background, before the scene shifted to paramedics attending to LaBeouf.
An eyewitness told TMZ that the bar's staff had escorted LaBeouf out of the premises for unknown reasons before he got into a brawl. Following the incident, he reportedly walked down the block and then returned to the front of the bar, where responding paramedics attended to him.
The Actor Was Arrested And Charged With Battery
The video shared by the outlet also showed LaBeouf receiving treatment while speaking to the Emergency Medical Service workers. There were also pictures of the entertainer staring out the window after he was loaded inside a parked ambulance.
LaBeouf did not seem to be significantly injured from the video and pictures; nonetheless, he paid the price for the brawl. According to court records, LaBeouf was arrested and slapped with two charges of simple battery.
It is unclear if his actions stemmed from intoxication, but LaBeouf has a rough history of addiction and mental health struggles. In 2017, he was arrested in Savannah, Georgia, for public intoxication and disorderly conduct, leading to a court order to enter rehab.
The TV Personality Went Wild In New Orleans
Ahead of Fat Tuesday, The Blast reported that LaBeouf had joined other ravers in New Orleans to enjoy the festivities. He reportedly started partying on Thursday, February 12, with employees from various drinking establishments sharing stories about his wild behavior.
LaBeouf hit the open-24/7 bar Ms Mae early Sunday night, with the doorman Robert Skuse recalling he showed up shirtless and without cash. Skuse described his state as "inebriated" and "somewhat belligerent," claiming LaBeouf did the "Do you know who I am?" bit.
A bartender from another establishment revealed that LaBeouf was asked to leave after he tried to be a "celebrity bartender." He reportedly kept asking to use his credit card when there were multiple signs stating "Cash Only." Another bartender claimed LaBeouf was "terrorizing the city!"
The 'Transformers' Star Nearly Got Into A Brawl In 2024
LaBeouf's recent arrest comes nearly two years after he almost got into trouble with the law. The Blast covered the story in September 2024, reporting that the actor got into a heated altercation with pub-goers outside the OX184 bar in Edinburgh.
The incident, caught on camera, showed LaBeouf losing his patience and ready to trade blows with the other party. He could be heard yelling, "Let's go," at a group of men, but the situation did not escalate to physical violence thanks to bystanders.
People quickly rushed in to separate LaBeouf from the group, de-escalating the tense situation. The night before the confrontation, LaBeouf had been spotted drinking at the Whistlebinkies pub, yards away from where the altercation occurred.
Shia LaBeouf Was In A Five-Year Battle With FKA Twigs
As stated, LaBeouf is no stranger to legal troubles, as he was once involved in a five-year battle with FKA Twigs. The Blast reported that the singer had sued the actor in December 2020 for assault, sexual battery, and emotional distress after a year of dating.
Twigs claimed there were incidents where she was allegedly strangled and psychologically manipulated by LaBeouf. The legal battle was settled outside of court in 2025, with the former couple reaching an undisclosed settlement.
When asked if she felt safer after settling her lawsuit with LaBeouf, Twigs noted in a 2025 interview that she couldn't say she felt safe. However, she refused to be tied down by the past and was focused on helping other abuse survivors by supporting organizations like Sistah Space and No More.
Will Shia LaBeouf face severe consequences following his recent arrest?
