Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia and Zach Bryan Breakup: The Real Reason Behind Their Split
Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia and Zach Bryan Breakup: The Real Reason Behind Their Split
Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia and Zach Bryan Breakup: The Real Reason Behind Their Split
Fans were heartbroken when Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia and Zach Bryan confirmed their breakup after nearly a year together. The internet quickly filled with rumors, emotional confessions, and even talk of a multi-million-dollar NDA offer. Here’s everything you need to know about what really happened between Brianna and Zach — from their relationship timeline to the reason they finally called it quits.
Brianna Chickenfry and Zach Bryan Confirm Their Breakup
On October 22, 2024, country singer Zach Bryan officially announced his breakup with Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia. His Instagram Story explained that the decision was mutual, saying he still loved and respected Brianna deeply.
> “She has loved me unconditionally for a very long time, and for that, I’ll always thank her,” Zach wrote. “I’ve had an incredibly hard year personally… I thought it would be beneficial for both of us to go our different ways.”
Zach also asked fans to respect their privacy, admitting he wasn’t perfect and had “let people down.”
However, fans were shocked when Brianna’s response told a completely different story.
Brianna Chickenfry Says She Was “Blindsided” by the Split
Just hours after Zach’s post, Brianna broke her silence in an emotional YouTube video. She revealed that she had no idea Zach was going to make their breakup public and was completely blindsided.
> “I’ve been crying for like five days straight,” she said. “He didn’t text me, he didn’t call me. How can you give someone everything and then they just walk away?”
Her raw honesty sparked massive discussion online, with fans rallying behind her for speaking out
Allegations of Control and a $12.9 Million NDA Offer
In November 2024, Brianna opened up even more about the relationship on her “BFFs” podcast. She claimed that Zach had been controlling, sharing that he even criticized the dress she wore to the 2024 Golden Globes.
What shocked fans most was her revelation that Zach’s team offered her $12.9 million to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to stay silent about their relationship. Brianna said she refused the deal, explaining:
> “I don’t want to buy a house one day and think, ‘This is money from the guy who destroyed me.’”
Her co-hosts Dave Portnoy and Josh Richards defended her publicly and even released a diss track aimed at Zach Bryan — further fueling headlines across social media.
Brianna Chickenfry Opens Up About Life After the Breakup
In March 2025, Brianna spoke with Elite Daily about her decision to share her story publicly. She said she finally felt ready to take control of her own narrative.
> “I always trusted my intuition and did it for me,” Brianna said. “It was a selfish moment where I said, ‘I’m taking myself back.’”
She also reflected on dealing with public pressure after the breakup:
> “I reacted a lot to the noise because I was under a microscope. Now, I’ve learned to deal with things behind closed doors.”
Brianna admitted the experience taught her valuable lessons about healing, privacy, and self-respect — and her openness has inspired many fans going through heartbreaks of their own.
A Look Back: Brianna and Zach’s Relationship Timeline
Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia and Zach Bryan began dating in July 2023. The couple went public in February 2024 when they made their first red carpet appearance together at the Grammy Awards. Their chemistry was undeniable, and fans quickly fell in love with their relationship.
Before meeting Brianna, Zach was married to Rose Madden from July 2020 to July 2021. Brianna has kept most of her past relationships private and focused mainly on her growing career as a podcast host and influencer.
Moving Forward: Brianna’s Message of Strength
Despite the heartbreak, Brianna LaPaglia has turned her pain into power. By rejecting a multi-million-dollar offer and choosing honesty over silence, she showed that self-worth can’t be bought.
She continues to focus on her career, her podcast, and her fans — reminding everyone that walking away from a toxic relationship is not weakness but a sign of strength.
Brianna’s story has become a symbol of resilience, authenticity, and self-love in the face of fame and heartbreak. Whether fans side with her or Zach, one thing is clear — her voice isn’t going quiet anytime soon.
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