Shia LaBeouf

American actor known for Transformers

Shia LaBeouf - American actor known for Transformers
Born

June 11th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actor gained prominence through various roles, including Sam Witwicky in the Transformers film series. Started as a child actor in television shows such as Even Stevens. Expanded into dramatic roles with movies like American Honey and Honey Boy, the latter being a semi-autobiographical film inspired by personal experiences. Also had a significant career in performance art, engaging in various public installations and projects that often challenged societal norms.

Played Sam Witwicky in Transformers

Starred in American Honey

Wrote and starred in Honey Boy

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