Brianna "Chickenfry" LaPaglia was taken by surprise when Zach Bryan publicly announced their breakup. In a YouTube video shared after his statement on October 22, the 25-year-old influencer revealed that she had been feeling emotional and had cried for nearly five days.

LaPaglia explained that she hadn’t planned to release the video immediately. She woke up to find Zach’s Instagram post about their breakup, which she had not been informed about beforehand. She shared that there was no prior communication from him, whether through text or call.

In reflecting on their relationship, she questioned how someone could give so much love despite facing challenges, admitting that the situation left her feeling embarrassed. Zach confirmed their split through his Instagram Stories, stating that they had mutually decided to end their relationship after making it public in June 2023. In his post, he expressed deep respect and love for LaPaglia, acknowledging her unconditional support and mentioning his personal struggles over the past year as factors in their decision.

He asked for privacy and respect for both of them during this difficult time. LaPaglia confirmed that their breakup had only occurred the day before, and she was not ready to talk about it publicly yet. She expressed a wish to process the situation privately, although that opportunity had been taken away by the public announcement.

LaPaglia requested her followers to respect her privacy and promised to share her side of the story when she felt ready. She humorously noted that, despite feeling blindsided, she appreciated the supportive messages from her fans, although she wasn’t responding to anyone that day. She concluded the video on a lighter note, mentioning her plan to lay down and watch Love Is Blind, even though she recognized it might not be the best choice for her emotional state.

Rumors about the breakup had already circulated among fans after Bryan was reportedly seen on the celebrity dating app Raya. Alleged screenshots of his profile appeared on Reddit and TikTok, sparking speculation about the couple's relationship status prior to the official announcement.

Earlier that day, LaPaglia had posted a handwritten note on Instagram, hinting at moving forward. Her message conveyed the inevitability of life continuing, even when one wishes it would pause, reflecting her resilience amid the emotional turmoil.

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