Social Media Drama Unfolds

In an unexpected twist of social media drama, fans of singer Zach Bryan have taken to online platforms to express their outrage over Brianna 'Chickenfry' LaPaglia's recent Instagram post, where she seemingly mocked Bryan following their breakup.

The Controversial Instagram Post

On Wednesday, Chickenfry shared a photo of two elaborately decorated cakes on her Instagram Story. One cake was humorously titled 'Smallest Man,' a nod to a recent diss track released by her podcast co-hosts, Dave Portnoy and Josh Richards. The second cake featured the names of Bryan’s recent ex-girlfriends, including Deb Peifer and Rose Madden, which did not sit well with Bryan's supporters.

Backlash from Fans

The Instagram post read, 'For Bri, Deb, & Rose!!'—prompting a wave of backlash from Bryan's devoted fan base. Reddit users quickly condemned Chickenfry's behavior. One user questioned, 'Are Deb and Rose okay with being dragged into this rn?? lol,' while others expressed concerns for the well-being of Bryan’s ex-partners. Another user emphasized, 'Deb has already made it clear she doesn’t want to be dragged into it. Rose clearly doesn’t either.'

Fans Find It Inappropriate

The sentiment echoed throughout the comments, with phrases like 'Cringe af' and 'Weird. Get on with your life. Sheesh,' summarizing the feelings of fans who felt LaPaglia had crossed a line. One fan even suggested that Chickenfry might try to invite Bryan's exes onto her podcast, which many found completely inappropriate.

The Breakup Announcement

As reported exclusively by Page Six on October 22, Bryan, 28, and Chickenfry, 25, ended their brief romance after just a year. Sources indicated that the relationship was fraught with tension from the start. Following the announcement, Bryan hinted at the split on his Instagram by stating, 'I’m not perfect and never will be,' alluding to the complexities of the relationship.

Hints of Abrupt End

In a surprising revelation, Chickenfry later claimed that Bryan had blocked her on social media, hinting at the abrupt end to their connection. The couple began dating in July 2023, shortly after Bryan’s breakup with Peifer, and made their official public debut at the 2024 Grammy Awards.

Impact on Bryan's Music

For fans of country music and Bryan, this saga adds another layer to the already tumultuous narrative surrounding the artist. Critics are now questioning Chickenfry's motives, while others are left wondering how the drama will affect Bryan's music and its reception in the wake of his most personal experiences fueling his craft.