Mia Goth Files for Divorce From Shia LaBeouf More Than a Year After Their Split: Details
Mia Goth has officially filed for divorce from Shia LaBeouf, more than a year after the couple quietly went their separate ways. The 32-year-old actress submitted divorce paperwork in Los Angeles Superior Court on Tuesday, October 6, according to legal documents obtained by Us Weekly. In her filing, Goth cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the dissolution of her marriage, and she listed July 28, 2025 as the official date of separation. The news was first reported by TMZ.
The divorce filing marks the latest chapter in a long and complicated relationship between the two actors, who first became a couple in late 2012 and married in October 2016. They share a 4-year-old daughter, Isabel, and Goth is now asking the court to grant her primary legal and physical custody of the child. That request means Goth would be the parent with whom Isabel primarily lives, and Goth would also have the primary authority to make major decisions regarding their daughter’s upbringing, including matters related to education, healthcare, and general welfare.
In addition to seeking custody, Goth has asked the court to terminate its ability to award spousal support to either her or LaBeouf, who is now 40. By making this request, Goth is effectively signaling that neither she nor LaBeouf should receive ongoing financial support from the other after their marriage is legally dissolved. It is a notable move in a high-profile divorce case, as spousal support requests are common among celebrity couples with significant assets and income disparity.
Goth also noted in her petition that the exact nature and extent of any separate property assets, community property assets, and debts belonging to either party are currently unknown. She has requested that the court allow her to amend her petition at a later date once the full financial picture has been determined. This type of language is often included in divorce filings when there are complex financial matters to sort out, including real estate, investments, retirement accounts, and other holdings. The petition also requests that Goth and LaBeouf each be responsible for paying their own attorney fees, rather than asking the court to order one party to cover the other’s legal costs.
Us Weekly reached out to LaBeouf’s attorney for comment on the filing, but did not immediately receive a response.
The divorce filing comes more than a year after reports surfaced that the couple had quietly split. While the exact circumstances of their breakup were not fully disclosed, sources told Page Six at the time that LaBeouf had relocated to New Orleans following their separation. The move to Louisiana later placed LaBeouf in the spotlight for unrelated legal reasons, as he was arrested and charged with two counts of simple assault in February after an alleged physical altercation in the French Quarter. That arrest made headlines and prompted renewed public interest in LaBeouf’s personal life, including the status of his marriage to Goth.
The news that the couple had already been separated for some time came as a surprise to many fans, largely because Goth and LaBeouf had kept their personal lives extremely private in recent years. Even after welcoming their daughter in 2022, the two rarely shared details about their family life publicly. LaBeouf confirmed in August 2022 that their daughter Isabel was five months old at the time, marking one of the few public acknowledgments of their child. The couple’s decision to keep their relationship and family out of the public eye meant that their eventual separation was not widely known until months after it had occurred.
The pair’s relationship timeline is long and often turbulent. LaBeouf, best known for his roles in Even Stevens, the Transformers franchise, and Holes, first met Goth on the set of Nymphomaniac: Vol II in late 2012. The two began dating in December 2012, and their connection quickly became serious. By March 2016, Us Weekly confirmed that they were engaged. Several months later, in October 2016, the couple tied the knot, marking the beginning of their marriage.
But their first attempt at married life did not last long. In 2018, after roughly two years of marriage, the couple separated. Us Weekly confirmed in September 2018 that LaBeouf had filed for divorce from Goth. Around that same time, LaBeouf was linked to singer and actress FKA Twigs. It seemed for a while that the marriage was truly over, and LaBeouf moved on publicly.
However, the story took another turn in March 2020, when LaBeouf and Goth sparked reconciliation rumors. The two were spotted together in Los Angeles wearing their wedding rings, and it became increasingly clear that they had rekindled their relationship. Their reunion was confirmed in the months that followed, and by January 2022, Goth debuted her baby bump, seemingly confirming that the couple was expecting their first child together. In April 2022, news broke that Goth had given birth after she was spotted pushing a stroller. LaBeouf later confirmed their daughter’s arrival, revealing that Isabel was five months old.
Throughout the years, LaBeouf and Goth’s relationship has been described by those close to them as passionate and intense, with numerous ups and downs. The couple navigated career pressures, legal issues, and the challenges of raising a young child, all while trying to keep their private life out of the tabloids. Their decision to quietly separate in 2025 was consistent with the low-key approach they had taken to their relationship in recent years.
Now, with the divorce filing officially submitted, the legal process of untangling their lives will begin. The custody arrangement will be a central focus of the proceedings, as both parents will need to agree on a parenting plan for Isabel. While Goth has requested primary physical and legal custody, it is possible that the couple will negotiate a shared custody arrangement before the case goes to trial. Divorce proceedings involving children can be lengthy, especially when there are questions about assets, debts, and future financial obligations.
The request to waive spousal support is also significant. In many celebrity divorces, spousal support becomes a contentious issue, particularly when one partner earned significantly more than the other over the course of the marriage. By requesting that the court not award spousal support to either party, Goth appears to be seeking a clean break from LaBeouf financially. This could simplify the divorce process and allow both parties to move forward independently.
Goth’s filing also leaves room for further amendments once the full scope of the couple’s financial situation is known. She stated that the exact nature and extent of their assets and debts are currently unknown, which is not unusual in cases where property is held in different names, across state lines, or in complex legal structures. Once those details are determined, Goth may update her petition to reflect a more complete picture of the couple’s finances.
For now, the divorce is in its early stages, and there is no indication that either party is fighting the dissolution of the marriage. The filing cites irreconcilable differences, which is the most common legal ground for divorce in California. Neither Goth nor LaBeouf has publicly commented on the filing, and it remains unclear whether they have reached any private agreements regarding custody, property, or other matters.
The end of their marriage marks the final chapter in a relationship that has captured public attention for more than a decade. From their initial meeting on a film set, to their engagement, wedding, separation, reconciliation, the birth of their daughter, and now their divorce, Goth and LaBeouf have experienced nearly every milestone a couple can go through — often under the scrutiny of the public eye.
As the legal process moves forward, the focus will likely remain on the well-being of their young daughter. Goth’s request for primary custody suggests that she intends to be the main caregiver, but LaBeouf will almost certainly seek to remain actively involved in Isabel’s life. The courts will ultimately make decisions based on what is in the best interests of the child, taking into account each parent’s ability to provide a stable and supportive environment.
This divorce also comes at a challenging time for LaBeouf, who has faced legal troubles in recent months. His arrest in New Orleans in February added another layer of complexity to his personal life, and the resolution of the assault charges could play a role in the divorce proceedings, particularly if the court considers any evidence of instability or legal issues when determining custody arrangements.
For now, both Goth and LaBeouf are moving forward with their separate lives. Goth continues to focus on her acting career, which has flourished in recent years with acclaimed roles in horror and independent films. LaBeouf, meanwhile, has kept a lower profile in the entertainment industry while dealing with his legal issues and adjusting to life in New Orleans.
The divorce filing may bring an end to one of Hollywood’s most complicated relationships, but the aftermath will likely be felt for some time. As the court proceedings unfold, more details may emerge about the couple’s finances, custody arrangements, and the reasons behind their split. Until then, fans and observers can only wait to see how this long-running story finally concludes.
