How did Shia LaBeouf start his career?

37-year-old Shia LaBeouf first began his career at the age of ten in the comedy genre.

However, his career officially took off at the age of 12 in Disney’s Even Stevens.

Additionally, LaBeouf starred in three Disney Tv Movies Hounded, Tru Confessions and The Even Stevens Movie.

And in 2003, LaBeouf made his movie debut in Holes and appeared in The Battle of Shaker Heights.

But perhaps his most notable role was as Sam Witwicky in Transformers alongside Megan Fox in 2007 and reprised his role for the next two sequels.

What’s going on with LaBeouf now?

Since then, Shia has returned to acting and appears as the titular character in Padre Pio, which debuted in the U.S. on June 2, 2023.

Now, the actor is taking to the stage and joined David Mamet’s new play Henry Johnson.

According to Just Jared, the play “follows the plight of a man after an act of compassion upends his life.”

Additionally, LaBeouf ‘s castmates include Evan Jonigkeit (playing the titular character) and Oscar nominee David Paymer and Dominic Hoffman.

In fact, LaBeouf issued a statement about the production to Deadline this past week expressing gratitude at being part of the production.

“I am incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to work with David Mamet.”

LaBeouf added, “His talent and creativity are unparalleled, and it is truly an honour to collaborate with arguably our greatest living playwright.”

He praised the play’s director Marja-Lewis Ryan for her guidance and mentorship throughout the process calling it “invaluable.”

Furthermore, LaBeouf said he was thankful for the opportunity to grow as a performer.

“Working with these artists has deepened my appreciation for the power of storytelling. I am immensely thankful for the chance to learn from and build with them.”

While it may have been a tough road for Shia LaBeouf’s career over the years, it’s great he found a way to express himself creatively.

Published by HOLR Magazine