'Indiana Jones' star Shia LaBeouf has said that he's "embarrased" and sincerely apologizes for a video that has found its way onto YouTube, in which he jokingly refers to a friend using a homophobic slur.
The footage, recorded several years ago, was taken at a party, and shows LaBeouf trying to encourage a friend to play a slapping game. He provokes him by calling him a "faggot," a comment that the gossip columns have jumped on.
A rep for the 22-year-old released a statement apologizing for the incident.
"The videotape that is currently being circulated is several years old and captures Shia playing a game among friends, in which he uses a derogatory word toward a friend," the statement said.
"He regrets having used the word in any capacity and is very embarrassed that this footage is being seen by anyone."
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