Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia, podcast host and media personality, recently responded to her ex-boyfriend Zach Bryan after fans speculated that his newly released songs were about her. The speculation began after Bryan dropped three new tracks on July 2, including one titled “River Washed Hair,” which contains lyrics referencing a “sweet girl.”
A TikTok user posted a video hinting at LaPaglia’s reaction, prompting Bryan to comment that the song wasn’t about her, stating, “I said ‘sweet,’ this is not about whatever she has going on,” before deleting the remark.
LaPaglia Rejects NDA, Speaks Out on Alleged Abuse and Songwriting Claims
LaPaglia didn’t stay silent. She responded to Bryan’s dismissive TikTok comment in another video, where she claimed, “obviously he doesn’t think I’m sweet,” and revealed that she had turned down $12 million to speak publicly about alleged abuse in their relationship. She also called out Bryan’s former partners, Rose Madden and Deb Peifer, for allegedly signing NDAs. Taking a jab at Bryan’s creative process, she claimed his songs are not deeply personal, adding, “he writes them drunk at 6am.”
Brianna ChickenfryLaPaglia previously spoke out on the BFFs Podcast about the alleged emotional abuse she suffered during their relationship. According to her, Bryan attempted to silence her by offering a hefty sum—$12 million and a New York apartment—in exchange for her silence via a non-disclosure agreement. She declined the offer, choosing instead to be open about her experience, describing the last year as the hardest of her life and expressing lingering fear from the relationship.
Past Relationships, Public Breakups, and Promises of More Drama on the Horizon
Zach Bryan, known for his emotionally raw lyrics, has had several high-profile relationships. He was married to Rose Madden from 2020 to 2021 and dated Deb Peifer from 2022 until May 2023. He and LaPaglia went public with their relationship in July 2023, but they confirmed their breakup in October 2024. Despite the split, the tension between them has persisted in public exchanges, with LaPaglia hinting that more revelations may come through her podcast.
In her final remarks, LaPaglia teased that she has more to share, saying she’s “very excited to share some videos and stories of him this week on BFFs.” Her statement suggests that the drama between the former couple is far from over. While both parties have made serious allegations and denials, representatives for LaPaglia and Bryan have not responded to media inquiries for further clarification. As the story unfolds, fans of both personalities are watching closely for new developments.