In a candid new interview, Brianna Chickenfry slams ex Zach Bryan as a “psychopath” after he marries a woman she says looks just like her, reigniting headlines around the former couple’s turbulent split.
When Zach Bryan tied the knot with Samantha Leonard just before the new year, fans were quick to notice something unexpected. Many pointed out that Leonard bears a striking resemblance to Bryan’s ex-girlfriend, podcaster Brianna LaPaglia — better known online as Brianna “Chickenfry.”
“This Is What They Do”
LaPaglia addressed the situation during a recent appearance on the Impaulsive, hosted by Logan Paul. When asked how she felt about Bryan marrying someone who appears “very identical” to her, she didn’t hold back.
Calling her ex a “narcissist,” LaPaglia suggested the wedding itself felt intentional and personal.
According to her, the relationship and eventual marriage were not coincidental. She claimed the entire situation — from dating Leonard to the wedding celebration — felt like a calculated move meant to provoke her.
Dismissing speculation that Bryan simply gravitates toward a certain “type,” LaPaglia pushed back firmly, saying none of his previous partners resembled her.
She went even further, describing the singer as “a psychopath and a narcissist” and labeling him “a very scary person.”
Representatives for Bryan have reportedly been contacted for comment.
A Complicated Breakup and Serious Allegations
Bryan and LaPaglia were romantically involved from 2023 to 2024. After their breakup, LaPaglia publicly accused the country star of emotional abuse. She also alleged that she was offered more than $12 million in exchange for signing an agreement that would prevent her from discussing their relationship.
During her Impaulsive appearance, she was asked whether she regretted turning down the money. Her response was resolute.
LaPaglia insisted she has no regrets, explaining that accepting the payout would have meant remaining contractually tied to Bryan and his team for years. She claimed the arrangement would have placed her under intense scrutiny and oversight throughout the payout period.
New Music, New Marriage — and Possible Lyrical Jabs
Bryan’s wedding came shortly before the release of his latest album, With Heaven on Top, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. The project features a mix of romantic tracks and emotionally charged lyrics that some listeners believe reference his past relationship.
Several songs appear to celebrate his current partner, widely presumed to be Leonard, whom he reportedly married in Spain on New Year’s Eve. Other lyrics, however, have sparked speculation that they may be subtle shots aimed at LaPaglia.
On the track “Skin,” Bryan sings about removing old tattoos and severing emotional ties — lines that fans believe could reference a tattoo LaPaglia once had connected to one of his songs. The lyrics also include pointed questions about loyalty and authenticity, adding fuel to ongoing speculation.
Public Fallout Continues
The high-profile relationship between Bryan and LaPaglia continues to draw attention, particularly as both move forward in very public ways — he through chart-topping music and a new marriage, she through candid podcast interviews and social media commentary.
For now, the back-and-forth remains largely one-sided, with LaPaglia sharing her perspective while Bryan has yet to publicly respond to the latest remarks.
As fans dissect lyrics and interviews alike, one thing is clear: the fallout from their relationship is still unfolding in real time.
