What Happened to FKA Twigs (Tahliah Debrett Barnett)?

FKA Twigs, whose birth name is Tahliah Debrett Barnett, has carved a unique path in the music industry with her distinctive blend of avant-pop, electronic, and R&B sounds, coupled with striking visual artistry and performance. Following her critically acclaimed second studio album, 'Magdalene' (2019), which explored themes of heartbreak and empowerment, Barnett continued to evolve her sound.

In 2020, FKA Twigs initiated a significant legal battle, filing a lawsuit against her former boyfriend, actor Shia LaBeouf, alleging sexual battery, assault, and infliction of emotional distress during their relationship. This case, after years of delays, was settled out of court in July 2025. However, the legal disputes did not end there. In December 2025, LaBeouf filed a 'secret arbitration complaint' against Barnett, alleging she violated a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) from their settlement by speaking about her experiences in an October 2025 interview with The Hollywood Reporter.

Barnett responded in March 2026 by filing a new lawsuit against LaBeouf, arguing that the NDA was 'unlawful' and violated California's Stand Together Against Non-Disclosure (STAND) Act, which prohibits confidentiality clauses in settlements involving sexual assault. This new lawsuit seeks declaratory relief to establish the unenforceability of the NDA, with Barnett's legal team asserting she is not seeking damages but rather to 'right a wrong' and advocate for other survivors. In July 2026, Connie Leyva, the former State Senator who authored the STAND Act, publicly backed FKA Twigs, stating that LaBeouf's interpretation of the law 'defies common sense'. LaBeouf, in turn, filed court documents in July 2026, claiming Twigs was violating their settlement by making 'inflammatory and irrelevant accusations' in public filings and attempting to invalidate the confidentiality provisions.

Musically, FKA Twigs released her debut mixtape, 'Caprisongs', in January 2022, which marked a more celebratory and collaborative shift in her sound, featuring artists like The Weeknd and Jorja Smith. She continued this prolific period with two studio albums in 2025: 'Eusexua' (January 2025) and its companion, 'Eusexua Afterglow' (November 2025). 'Eusexua' received a Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Album in 2026. In support of these albums, she announced the 'Body High' tour for 2026, with dates across North America, the UK, and Europe, featuring support from artists like Yves Tumor and Tokischa. She also released a new single, "On Your Mind" featuring Lil Yachty, in June 2026.

Beyond music, Barnett has expanded her artistic endeavors into acting and fashion. She is slated to star in the horror film 'The Carpenter's Son' (2025) and a biopic about legendary performer Joséphine Baker, scheduled for release in 2026. In 2024, she made her debut as a solo dancer and guest-honoree with the Martha Graham Dance Company. Most recently, in August and September 2026, she was featured in campaigns for sportswear brand On and luxury fashion house Burberry, respectively, further cementing her status as a multifaceted cultural icon. She also faced a trademark dispute with the indie band 'The Twigs', filing a lawsuit in March 2026 to resolve cease-and-desist letters.