Shia LaBeouf turned to the religion while filming 'Padre Pio,' which tells the story of the Catholic saint of the same name.
8:45 PM PDT, August 25, 2022 made a major revelation while appearing on Bishop Robert Barron's YouTube series,. While in conversation with the bishop, LaBeouf shared that he converted to Catholicism. growing up, revealed that he was drawn to the Catholic faith while filming his new movie, While preparing for the film, LaBeouf, who has been called a"method actor," lived in a monastery alongside Capuchin Franciscan friars.
It was there, and through learning more about the religion for the role, that he felt he had permission to not only convert but gain a sense of"hope" that allowed him to"find his way." The film wasn't the only thing that spurred his interest in the Catholic faith. LaBeouf revealed that before turning to the religion, he was in a dark place and even contemplated suicide.
"I feel a whole lot, I've got a big heart. I don't know if I'm a method guy -- and I think some of that stuff is ridiculous," LaBeouf said.
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