FKA Twigs and Shia LaBeouf Settle Legal Dispute Over NDA, Allowing Singer to Speak Out

FKA twigs and Shia LaBeouf have resolved their latest legal dispute over a nondisclosure agreement, ending a renewed court battle that began after their earlier settlement over abuse allegations.

The British singer, whose real name is Tahliah Barnett, filed a notice of settlement in Los Angeles County Superior Court in October 2026. Under the agreement, LaBeouf agreed that the disputed confidentiality provisions in their previous settlement were “terminated and void.” The resolution allows Twigs to discuss her alleged experiences and advocate for survivors without being restricted by those provisions.

The development follows years of legal proceedings stemming from Twigs’ 2020 lawsuit against the actor. Although the former couple settled that case in 2025, disagreements over the confidentiality terms led to another lawsuit in March 2026. The latest agreement brings that dispute to a close.

FKA Twigs and Shia LaBeouf Legal Dispute: Key Details

Why Did FKA Twigs Sue Shia LaBeouf Again?

The latest legal dispute centered on whether a confidentiality agreement from the former couple’s 2025 settlement could prevent Twigs from discussing her alleged experiences during their relationship.

In December 2025, LaBeouf initiated an arbitration proceeding alleging that Twigs had violated the settlement’s confidentiality provisions. The disagreement followed an interview with The Hollywood Reporter in which the singer discussed personal safety and her interest in supporting organizations that help survivors.

Twigs subsequently challenged the agreement in court, arguing that its confidentiality provisions were unlawful under California’s Stand Together Against Non-Disclosure Act, commonly known as the STAND Act.

Her legal team maintained that the provisions could prevent her from speaking about her own experiences and discussing sexual abuse more broadly. LaBeouf’s attorneys disputed her characterization of the earlier agreement.

The two sides have now resolved the matter, with LaBeouf agreeing to void the disputed provisions.

What Does the Latest Settlement Mean?

The most significant outcome is that Twigs can speak publicly about her alleged experiences without being restricted by the disputed NDA provisions.

Her attorney, Mathew Rosengart, described the outcome as an important victory for survivors who want to discuss their experiences and support other people affected by sexual abuse.

The resolution also allows Twigs to continue advocating for organizations and charitable causes of her choosing without fear of retaliation under those provisions.

However, the latest settlement should not be confused with a court ruling that determined whether the original abuse allegations were true. It resolves the separate dispute over the confidentiality agreement.

Background: The Original 2020 Abuse Lawsuit

Twigs filed her original lawsuit against LaBeouf in December 2020, accusing the actor of sexual battery, physical abuse, assault and emotional distress during their relationship.

The former couple reportedly began dating in 2018 after meeting while working on the film Honey Boy. Their relationship lasted until 2019.

Twigs’ lawsuit included allegations of abusive behavior and other serious misconduct. LaBeouf denied the allegations and publicly disputed claims made against him.

The case remained in litigation for several years, with a trial eventually approaching in 2025. Before the trial began, the parties reached a private settlement in July of that year.

The settlement ended the original lawsuit without a public jury verdict resolving the allegations. Its confidentiality provisions later became the focus of the renewed legal conflict.

How California’s STAND Act Became Central to the Case

The STAND Act became a central issue because Twigs argued that the confidentiality provisions conflicted with California law governing nondisclosure agreements involving sexual misconduct.

Such agreements can raise important questions about the balance between private settlements and the ability of survivors to speak publicly about their experiences.

Twigs’ legal team argued that the disputed provisions went beyond protecting confidential settlement terms and could restrict her ability to discuss sexual abuse or advocate for others.

The latest agreement avoids the need for the court to resolve that specific dispute through a final ruling on the challenged provisions. LaBeouf agreed to terminate and void them, and Twigs requested dismissal of her lawsuit.

The outcome is therefore a negotiated resolution, rather than a judicial finding that every argument made by either side was legally correct.

What Did Both Sides Say About the Resolution?

Twigs’ attorney said the singer was now free to discuss her experiences, advocate for other women and support charitable causes. He framed the outcome as significant for survivors who may lack the resources to defend their right to speak publicly.

LaBeouf’s attorney, Shawn Holley, said the actor wished Twigs well in her life and career and had agreed to end the long-running dispute. Her statement also indicated that nothing would prevent Twigs from continuing to speak about the matter.

The statements reflect the parties’ decision to end the latest conflict. They do not establish a shared position on the original allegations, which LaBeouf denied.

What Happens Next?

Twigs filed a request to dismiss her latest lawsuit after the parties reached their agreement. The dismissal was requested with prejudice, meaning the same claims cannot ordinarily be brought again in a new lawsuit.

The resolution removes the disputed confidentiality provisions that triggered the renewed case. It does not, however, amount to a new trial or a verdict on the allegations made in 2020.

Any future public comments by Twigs will take place against the background of the original lawsuit and its private settlement, but the specific restrictions at issue in the latest dispute have been voided.

Conclusion

FKA twigs and Shia LaBeouf have resolved their renewed legal dispute over a nondisclosure agreement, bringing another chapter in their long-running legal conflict to an end.

The singer’s original 2020 lawsuit was settled privately in 2025, but disagreements over confidentiality provisions led to a second legal battle. The October 2026 resolution allows Twigs to discuss her alleged experiences and advocate for other survivors without being bound by the disputed provisions.

While the agreement represents a significant development in the singer’s ability to speak publicly, it does not constitute a court finding on the original abuse allegations. Instead, it closes the latest dispute through an agreement between the two parties.