> At a Glance
> – Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia posted a TikTok singing Taylor Swift’s “Checkmate, I couldn’t lose” two days after Zach Bryan wed Samantha Leonard on Dec. 31
> – Bryan, 29, shared the first wedding photo on Instagram, captioning it “Tougher than the rest”
> – The pair split in October 2024; LaPaglia later accused him of emotional abuse
> – Why it matters: The post signals LaPaglia’s public stance on her ex’s surprise nuptials
Brianna LaPaglia broke her silence on Zach Bryan’s New Year’s Eve wedding with a pointed Swift lyric, adding a new chapter to their headline-making breakup.
The TikTok Clapback
In a Jan. 2 clip, LaPaglia, 26, lip-synced to Swift’s Mastermind while wearing a white top and Yankees cap. Fans flooded the comments praising the subtle dig, with one writing, “Said a lot without saying nothing, my queen.”
The post surfaced just 48 hours after Bryan confirmed he and influencer Samantha Leonard, 28, had tied the knot. His Instagram photo showed Leonard in a strapless gown with feather trim and referenced Bruce Springsteen’s Tougher Than the Rest.
Relationship Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Bryan & Leonard first linked | July 2025 |
| Bryan & LaPaglia split | October 2024 |
| LaPaglia’s abuse claims | November 2024 |
| Bryan’s wedding | December 31, 2024 |
Following the breakup, LaPaglia alleged on the BFFs Podcast that Bryan offered her $12 million and a house for her silence. She refused, saying:
> “You made the women before me believe that they had no other choice than to take money from you… Sorry, I’m not them.”
Bryan never addressed the claims directly but once shared a video burning a Barstool Sports flag, a nod to LaPaglia’s employer.
Aftermath and Reflection
On Casual Chaos in April 2025, LaPaglia described losing her sense of self during the relationship:
> “I couldn’t recognize myself anymore… Someone really can have so much control or power over you without you even realizing it.”
Key Takeaways
- LaPaglia used Swift lyrics to signal she’s unfazed by the wedding news
- Bryan and Leonard wed quietly after dating since mid-2025
- LaPaglia continues to speak openly about alleged emotional abuse
- The split has influenced her personal and professional boundaries
The TikTok marks LaPaglia’s latest move to reclaim the narrative after a turbulent year.
