FKA Twigs Dismissed Lawsuit Against Shia LaBeouf
The singer dropped her legal challenge after the actor agreed to void a controversial non-disclosure agreement.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Sex Crimes
FKA Twigs dismissed her lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf on October 6, 2026, in a Los Angeles court. The legal action successfully compelled the actor to terminate and void a non-disclosure agreement that previously restricted the singer from speaking publicly about her experiences.
Why it matters
The dismissal ensures FKA Twigs can now openly discuss her past experiences and advocate for other survivors without fear of legal retaliation. It brings a final close to a protracted dispute over the use of restrictive non-disclosure agreements in cases involving allegations of sexual abuse.
The lawsuit was dismissed on October 6, 2026, following a formal motion filed in a Los Angeles court. This follows a previous sexual abuse case that reached a settlement in July 2025 and a subsequent arbitration case filed by LaBeouf.
The players
FKA Twigs
She is a critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, and performer who has become a prominent voice for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse.
Shia LaBeouf
He is an American actor known for his roles in major film franchises and independent dramas who has faced multiple public allegations of misconduct.
The details
FKA Twigs filed the lawsuit in March 2026, alleging that LaBeouf used an illegal non-disclosure agreement to silence her. The agreement to void the document aligns with the intent of the California STAND Act, which prohibits such clauses in settlements involving sexual assault or harassment.
Timeline
FKA Twigs and Shia LaBeouf dated during the late 2010s.
A sexual abuse lawsuit between the pair was settled in July 2025.
FKA Twigs filed the lawsuit regarding the non-disclosure agreement in March 2026.
The lawsuit was officially dismissed on October 6, 2026.
Legal Context
This resolution aligns with the broader legislative shift represented by the California STAND Act, passed in 2019 to prevent the use of non-disclosure agreements in sexual assault cases. It highlights the growing legal intolerance for private settlements that effectively silence survivors of abuse.
This outcome reinforces the legal protections available to survivors in California, potentially emboldening others to challenge similar restrictive settlement clauses. It highlights the importance of the STAND Act in ensuring that survivors retain the right to speak openly about their experiences.
The takeaway
The dismissal of this lawsuit serves as a reminder that legal advocacy can successfully challenge private agreements intended to suppress survivor testimony. Survivors are encouraged to understand their rights regarding non-disclosure agreements under relevant state laws like the STAND Act.
Further reading
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