Brianna LaPaglia, popularly known as Brianna Chickenfry, is currently seeking space to heal after her recent breakup with country musician Zach Bryan. In a heartfelt nearly four-minute YouTube video titled “Love you guys, be back soon,” posted on October 22, she opened up about the sudden nature of their split, which she discovered through an Instagram post made by Bryan.
In the emotional video, LaPaglia was visibly upset, expressing how blindsided she felt by the announcement. “I just woke up to Zach posting on his Instagram that we broke up. I had no idea that post was going up. He didn’t text me, he didn’t call me. I just woke up to a bunch of texts being like, ‘Are you OK?’ I’m like, ‘Did my f—ing dad die?’”
Bryan, who announced their breakup earlier that day, shared a message on his Instagram Stories, stating, “Brianna and me have broken up with each other and I respect and love her with every ounce of my heart.” He acknowledged the challenges he has faced over the past year and expressed gratitude for LaPaglia’s unconditional support.
In her video, LaPaglia revealed her feelings about the public nature of their breakup, stating, “I’m at the point where it’s like, how can you give someone everything and love them so unconditionally… How can you give every ounce of yourself to someone and then be discarded of in a few days? It’s really heartbreaking.” She emphasized her need for privacy to process the situation before discussing it publicly.
LaPaglia ended her message by showing appreciation for her fans’ support, assuring them, “I’m going to be OK, I’m going to be fine. I’m just obviously really, really hurt right now. I just wanted to be hurt for a week and lay in bed.” Prior to the breakup announcement, LaPaglia had posted a reflective note on Instagram, hinting at her emotional state.