Brianna ‘Chickenfry’ LaPaglia has opened up about the emotional impact of her breakup with country singer Zach Bryan and the unexpected rewards that have come from it. In her recent interview with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit on January 15, Brianna reflected on the difficult period following their split, revealing how it led to a shift in the content she shares online.
During the interview, Brianna explained that hundreds of women reached out to her for advice on leaving emotionally abusive relationships, which deeply affected her. She described this experience as “probably one of the most rewarding things” that has ever happened to her, highlighting how it gave her a sense of purpose beyond the “silly” and “fun” content she had previously shared.
She shared that her newfound role in helping others has been life-changing, allowing her to provide support and comfort to people who might need it most. Brianna expressed how fulfilling it is to be able to be a “shoulder to lean on” and a “person to cry to,” offering a sense of connection and care to her followers in a way that is more meaningful than ever before.
Brianna and Zach Bryan first met in May 2023, and they dated for over a year before their breakup in October 2024, which shocked their fans. Despite the challenges she faced during the breakup, Brianna’s ability to connect with others and offer advice has turned the experience into a deeply rewarding chapter in her life.