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- LaPaglia’s holiday night: drinks, friends and Instagram
- How the wedding news broke in San Sebastián
- From breakup to new marriage: a timeline of events
- LaPaglia’s accusations and claims about an NDA
- Public response and comparisons with Bryan’s new partner
- What is confirmed and what we still do not know
On New Year’s Eve, Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia was in Florida celebrating with friends as news rippled across social media that her ex, country star Zach Bryan, had quietly married in Spain.
LaPaglia’s holiday night: drinks, friends and Instagram
Videos on LaPaglia’s Instagram Stories showed a night of shots and laughter before she headed out to a local bar. The Barstool Media personality appeared to be in high spirits as midnight approached.
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She shared moments with a tight group of friends, capturing the mood of a festive evening in the Sunshine State.
How the wedding news broke in San Sebastián
Reports surfaced when a video showed a couple climbing into a convertible with a “Just Married” banner draped across the back. The footage quickly spread online.
Zach Bryan later posted photos that offered a glimpse of the ceremony. One image showed him holding his bride, who wore a white strapless dress with a feather-trimmed hem.
Details from Bryan’s social posts
- Photos of the couple embracing confirmed the nuptials.
- Another post included Bryan in formalwear with male companions.
- Exactly when the ceremony took place remains unclear.
From breakup to new marriage: a timeline of events
- July 2025: Bryan and Samantha Leonard were first linked after she posted photos from Spain’s Running of the Bulls.
- October 2024: Bryan announced his split from LaPaglia on Instagram.
- Weeks later: LaPaglia publicly accused Bryan of emotional abuse.
- Late 2025: Reports and photos revealed Bryan and Leonard’s wedding in San Sebastián.
LaPaglia’s accusations and claims about an NDA
Two weeks after the breakup announcement, LaPaglia took to social media to allege emotional abuse during their relationship. She described the year as extremely difficult.
On her “BFFs” podcast, she claimed Bryan’s camp offered her a large settlement in exchange for a non-disclosure agreement. She said the offer was for $12 million, which she declined.
LaPaglia also said she felt afraid and monitored, and that the NDA would have restricted her voice and activities.
Her words in context
- “The last year of my life has been the hardest,” she said, describing fear and emotional strain.
- She emphasized her prior independence, saying she had been successful before the relationship.
- These are her public claims and have been widely discussed online.
Public response and comparisons with Bryan’s new partner
When Bryan was photographed or seen with Samantha Leonard, some fans noted a resemblance between Leonard and LaPaglia. That comparison added fuel to online discussion.
Social feeds filled with reactions ranging from surprise to speculation about the timing and nature of Bryan’s new marriage.
What is confirmed and what we still do not know
- Confirmed: Bryan and Samantha Leonard were married and shared images from the event.
- Confirmed: LaPaglia publicly accused Bryan of emotional abuse and spoke about an NDA offer.
- Unknown: The precise date and full details of the wedding remain unclear.
- Unknown: Any private negotiations or legal steps between the parties have not been publicly verified.
