Brianna LaPaglia's Warning Against Dating Fame: Insights Before Split with Zach Bryan

Brianna "Chickenfry" LaPaglia shared a forewarning about the challenges of dating public figures shortly before news of her breakup with Zach Bryan surfaced. In conversations on the 'Talk Tuah' podcast with co-hosts Hailey Welch and Grace O'Malley on October 22, LaPaglia, 25, candidly expressed her initial hesitation about dating someone famous. Reflecting on her involvement with Bryan, 28, she reiterated a sentiment she'd mentioned on her 'BFFs' podcast: "I would never date anyone famous, ever."

The genesis of their relationship, as recounted by LaPaglia, was unexpected, igniting after Bryan reached out following one of his performances they attended. Co-host Grace O'Malley jested about the situation, to which LaPaglia admitted unpredictability changed her stance, PEOPLE reported. Despite this, she emphasized during the podcast repeatedly: "I think it's better for the mental to not date someone famous."

Dealing with public scrutiny posed its challenges, with LaPaglia noticing relentless rumors online. Despite this media frenzy, characterized as a "snowball" of rumors, she chose not to defend herself online. The internet, she noted, enforces such narratives.

Rumors of their separation gained momentum when Bryan's presence was allegedly noticed on a dating app like Raya. LaPaglia addressed speculations on her 'BFFs' podcast initially without any hint of an imminent breakup. However, Bryan openly confirmed their split using Instagram, acknowledging mutual respect and appreciating the unconditional love he received from LaPaglia while stating personal struggles influenced the split.

Reflecting on the breakup, LaPaglia aired her blindsided feelings in a tearful YouTube video. She candidly revealed the relationship news had devastated her, metaphorically stating, "I've been crying for, like, five days straight." She called for privacy, aiming to come to terms with the unexpected end before publicly addressing her feelings. Despite the heartache, both individuals requested privacy and space to heal.

Both met at the Academy of Country Music Awards, going public with their relationship earlier in May 2023, evolving into a notable episode on LaPaglia's 'Plan Bri Uncut' podcast by July. The eventual cascade of digital rumors and public confirmation highlighted the proximity to fame bearing weight on their lives.

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