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Podcaster Brianna "Chickenfry" LaPaglia recently addressed rumors concerning her breakup with country singer Zach Bryan. In a TikTok video, she denied being paid $10 million by Barstool Sports cohost Dave Portnoy for a tell-all.
LaPaglia emphasized that she hasn't received any financial support from Portnoy. "A tell-all? You think that was a tell-all?" she continued exposing the situation .
Amid her breakup with Bryan, she is managing her own expenses, paying for storage, movers, and flights between New York and her current residence. She added that she is actively searching for a new apartment.She also addressed a tattoo of Bryan's song lyric, "How lucky are we?" which she had inked in August 2023. She clarified that this tattoo remains personal to her, saying, "Now we're matching. This is mine."
Bryan previously discussed the lyric's meaning, recalling a moment with friends in New York that inspired the song "28." He mentioned feeling "lucky" to have his closest friends around him in that particular moment.
The podcaster and singer had a whirlwind romance marked by shared experiences, including Bryan getting a tattoo related to her shortly after their first weekend together. LaPaglia reflected on the memory with amusement, calling it "fun."
Their relationship took a public turn in October when Bryan announced their breakup on Instagram. LaPaglia later expressed feeling "blindsided" by the news, revealing she wasn't informed beforehand and only found out through texts from concerned friends.
Following the breakup, LaPaglia advised fans to avoid dating celebrities, noting that the lifestyle can be mentally taxing. She admitted that dating a public figure was never her intention, but the relationship unfolded naturally.
On social media, LaPaglia shared a handwritten note that appeared to allude to her heartbreak, expressing her determination to move forward. Her message resonated with fans, who offered supportive comments amid her silence.
Dave Portnoy showed support for LaPaglia, dedicating a diss track to her, which temporarily faced restrictions from Warner Music. He commented on the restrictions, hinting that the attempted censorship only increased the song's visibility.
In her last statements, LaPaglia announced her desire for privacy, expressing an intent to keep personal relationships off social media. This sentiment reflects her efforts to prioritize her mental well-being after a highly publicized split.
Bryan, meanwhile, has continued his journey, focusing on personal growth and academic pursuits. He recently announced plans to pursue a master's degree in Paris and shared reflections during a visit to his mother's gravesite.
