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Shia LaBeouf Shares Unsettling Update on His Drinking After Mardi Gras Fight

The actor's latest comments on his alcohol use come months after insiders warned of a tragic outcome.

By Nina BrooksPublished Updated 2 min read

Shia LaBeouf is offering a fresh look into his ongoing personal battles, and the latest news regarding his drinking habits is sounding major alarm bells. Months after making headlines for a chaotic physical altercation during Mardi Gras festivities, the star has provided a worrying update about his relationship with alcohol. The shocking update lands after a particularly turbulent stretch for the Hollywood actor, whose off-screen behavior has repeatedly made headlines over the years. Following his wild street brawl in New Orleans earlier in the year, observers were hopeful that the actor would focus on getting sober and turning over a new leaf. However, his recent admissions indicate that his battle with addiction is far from over.

Is Shia LaBeouf still drinking?

Shia Labeouf in the story: Shia LaBeouf Shares Unsettling Update on His Drinking After Mardi Gras Fight
Shia Labeouf in the story: Shia LaBeouf Shares Unsettling Update on His Drinking After Mardi Gras Fight

Insiders have been raising flags regarding his habits for quite some time. Back in March, someone close to the troubled star painted a grim picture of where his habits were heading. According to a report from, a source warned that the actor could ultimately meet a tragic ending if he fails to put a stop to his heavy drinking once and for all. That alarming statement arrived shortly after his wild brawl at Mardi Gras, where onlookers witnessed the actor getting dragged into an intense fight in the middle of the street. The rowdy scene served as another painful reminder of the turmoil that has frequently shadowed his career in recent years.

After pleading guilty to multiple counts of battery, LaBeouf (seen above in his mugshot) was ordered to attend an alcohol treatment class.
After pleading guilty to multiple counts of battery, LaBeouf (seen above in his mugshot) was ordered to attend an alcohol treatment class.

What happened to Shia LaBeouf during Mardi Gras?

Shia LaBeouf walking down a grassy sidewalk in New Orleans.
However, the “Transformers star” (pictured in New Orleans in May) denied mental health treatment and self-reported that he “drinks alcohol daily.”

Over the course of his career, the former Disney Channel actor turned serious dramatic lead has spoken candidly about his struggles with substance abuse, legal trouble, and public meltdowns. Despite multiple attempts at rehab and staying clean, his chaotic moments continue to resurface in full public view, leaving fans nervous about his future. The street brawl in Louisiana was just the latest in a long pattern of public incidents linked to heavy night outs. While the actor continues to give updates on his life and mindset, those around him hope he will finally get the help he needs to secure lasting sobriety. For now, pop culture watchers are keeping a close eye on the star, hoping his story takes a turn for the better before it is too late.

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Shia Labeouf in the story: Shia LaBeouf Shares Unsettling Update on His Drinking After Mardi Gras Fight
After pleading guilty to multiple counts of battery, LaBeouf (seen above in his mugshot) was ordered to attend an alcohol treatment class.
However, the “Transformers star” (pictured in New Orleans in May) denied mental health treatment and self-reported that he “drinks alcohol daily.”
Actor Shia LaBeouf wearing a blue baseball cap and light blue collared shirt.
The troubled star (pictured in Los Angeles last month) is also expected to miss the next hearing on Sept. 23 because he is filming a movie.
The “Fury” actor was arrested on Feb. 17 after partying for several days straight to celebrate Mardi Gras.
After being escorted out of a bar for being “somewhat belligerent,” LaBeouf (pictured in July 2025) punched multiple people and had to be restrained by patrons.

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Did Shia LaBeouf get in a fight at Mardi Gras?
Yes, Shia LaBeouf was involved in a physical street brawl during Mardi Gras festivities in New Orleans earlier this year.
What did insiders say about Shia LaBeouf's drinking?
In March, an insider close to Shia LaBeouf told Page Six that the actor risks facing a tragic ending if he does not permanently stop drinking alcohol.