What would you do if your ex offered you a $12 million NDA or a luxury mansion just to keep quiet?
In a jaw-dropping escalation of one of TikTok and country music’s most viral splits, Barstool Sports star Brianna "Chickenfry" LaPaglia has claimed that her ex-boyfriend, country music singer Zach Bryan, offered her up to $12.9 million and a Massachusetts mansion in exchange for her silence over their turbulent breakup. But instead of taking the payout, she walked away—choosing transparency over hush money.
According to screenshots Bryan, 29, briefly posted on his Instagram Stories on July 14, LaPaglia, 26, was allegedly presented with three options after their 2024 split: accept a multimillion-dollar payment and say nothing, take ownership of Bryan’s Duxbury, MA, home in return for her discretion, or go to war and "air out everything."
Leaked screenshots reveal explosive alleged messages outlining hush money offers and a stark ultimatum following Brianna and Zach’s messy split.
"Option A was $12 million for silence. Option B was his house and playing nice. Option C was a messy war," one of the texts reportedly stated.
Though the messages were swiftly deleted, LaPaglia quickly responded, sharing a volley of posts and claiming she was sent the offer by Bryan’s management team, not directly by the singer. She also posted what she said was a message from Bryan’s manager, offering her either the Duxbury home plus $3 million or a $10 million cash settlement. "Terms would be: say nothing about Zach," the message allegedly read, demanding she avoid any public comment about alleged infidelity or Bryan’s personality.
LaPaglia—who described Bryan as emotionally abusive in the past—stood firm: "I was offered 12.9 million dollars to stay quiet. I said no because I have morals," she wrote on social media. "End of story."
One of Zach Bryan’s waterfront homes in Duxbury, Massachusetts, offers panoramic bay views, a private boathouse, and direct access to the shoreline—reflecting his multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio.
The Massachusetts property at the heart of the drama is no ordinary house. The $7.45 million Duxbury mansion Bryan purchased in April 2024 sits right on the bay, featuring five bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, a private pier, a boathouse, and expansive waterfront views, according to Realtor.com.
The home had previously sat on the market for nearly a year, originally listed for $8.9 million in August 2023. Records show Bryan bought a second Duxbury property as well—a $1.4 million three-bedroom colonial closer to town. Both were purchased under an LLC for which Bryan is listed as manager.
Despite the lavish real estate offering, LaPaglia chose to move out and return to New York City. She documented the entire emotional process online, including her departure from Bryan’s home and the joy of finally settling into a new penthouse apartment on Manhattan’s Lower East Side.
In a teary TikTok video, LaPaglia described how she felt like she’d "lost" herself during the relationship and only now, in her new 1,269-square-foot duplex, was she beginning to feel like "Brianna again." The penthouse, last listed at $12,750 per month, features an elevator that opens directly into the space, floor-to-ceiling windows, a private roof deck, and multiple terraces—perfect for her dog, Boston.
Meanwhile, Bryan, whose net worth stands at an estimated $15 million as per our reporting here at Finance Monthly, has not publicly addressed the full scope of LaPaglia’s claims since the incident.
Zach Bryan’s second Duxbury, MA property—a charming colonial near town center with three bedrooms and a lush yard—purchased under the same LLC as his waterfront estate.
FAQ's About Zach Bryan & Brianna Chickenfry: People Also Ask
How long were Zach Bryan and Brianna Chickenfry together?
The couple dated for just under a year, first going public in July 2023 after weeks of online speculation. Their breakup was confirmed in mid-2025.
Why did Brianna Chickenfry and Zach Bryan break up?
While neither has given a full official reason, Brianna has hinted at "deep emotional incompatibility" and alleged mistreatment, while Zach has remained largely silent except for a cryptic lyric drop.
Did Zach Bryan delete photos of Brianna from his social media?
Yes — fans noticed in June 2025 that all Instagram photos of Brianna had been wiped from Zach’s profile, fueling breakup rumors before the official announcement.
Is there a legal NDA between Zach Bryan and Brianna Chickenfry?
While Brianna says she was offered an NDA along with a house and cash, she refused the deal. As of now, no legally binding NDA has been confirmed.
The online war of words has drawn in fans and media alike, with speculation swirling about Bryan’s team attempting damage control—and whether LaPaglia might still release further details, or even recordings, of what she experienced.
One thing’s clear: the mansion may be off the table, but so is Brianna’s silence.
