Shia LaBeouf converts to Catholicism
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Shia LaBeouf has converted to Catholicism, after having played the priest Pio of Pietrelcina in the film 'Padre Pio'; The actor - previously Jewish - was confirmed after a New Year's mass
The American actor Shia LaBeouf, known for films such as “Transformers”, “Fury”, “Disturbia” and “Nymphomaniac”, has converted to Catholicism, and had his confirmation in a ceremony officiated by Capuchin friars.
The above was made known by the Province of the Capuchin Franciscans of the Western Area of ??the United States, which published on its social networks photographs taken shortly after the New Year's mass. LaBeouf, 37, posed with a large group of friars, wearing jeans and a white rugby T-shirt.
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In a message, the Order welcomed the actor, who was Jewish and became interested in changing his religion following his work in the 2022 film “Padre Pio 8221;, in which he played the Italian priest Pius of Pietrelcina: “The Capuchin Franciscan friars are delighted to welcome you and witness your deep commitment in your journey of faith. Shia LaBeouf, known for his incredible talent and passion in the entertainment industry, has embarked on a profound spiritual journey that has led him to embrace the teachings of the Catholic Church. His decision to fully enter the Church is a testimony of his sincere desire to grow in his relationship with God and live the values ??of the Gospel.
Quite apart from his film career, Shia has had a personal life with legal problems, since he was arrested on several occasions due to his alcoholism; In addition, his ex-partner FKA Twigs sued him in 2020 for sexual assault and emotional distress. Two years ago the actor expressed regret for his behavior, and in an interview for Jon Bernthal's podcast he said: “He was a pleasure-seeking, selfish, egocentric, dishonest, inconsiderate and fearful human being.”
Fr. Alexander Rodriguez, who was Shia Labeouf's confirmation godfather, told The Catholic News Agency that the artist wants to become a deacon (an ecclesiastical minister who serves as bridge between the Church and society), and that La Beouf “would not have become a Catholic if he had not gone through the personal difficulties and sins that we know about. It is thanks to the sufferings he has gone through that he was able to come to know God, especially by playing Padre Pio.