Dave Portnoy Labels Zach Bryan a ‘Scumbag’ Following Brianna Chickenfry Breakup

Dave Portnoy Takes Aim at Zach Bryan Following Brianna’s Revelations

Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, has not held back on expressing his disdain for country music star Zach Bryan. On November 9, Portnoy unleashed a barrage of criticism during a segment on Barstool’s College Football broadcast, labeling Bryan a “miserable piece of s— scumbag.” He used social media platform X to share his feelings, urging fans to delete Bryan’s music from their devices.

Portnoy’s ire comes on the heels of the breakup between Bryan and Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia, a member of Portnoy’s Barstool team. LaPaglia has recently shared her emotional turmoil regarding the split, claiming she felt blindsided by Bryan’s decision to end their relationship. On the “BFFs” podcast, which she co-hosts with Portnoy, LaPaglia recounted the difficulties of her past year, describing it as the hardest of her life while hinting at an abusive dynamic.

Brianna detailed her experience with Bryan, asserting that she turned down a substantial offer of $12 million from him in exchange for signing a non-disclosure agreement. Reflecting on the relationship, she admitted, “I kept showing up when I shouldn’t have, and I kept loving when I shouldn’t have.” Brianna emphasized the need to make a change in her life now that the relationship has ended.

The tension between Portnoy and Bryan seems to go beyond just Brianna’s experiences. Portnoy expressed that he is firmly on Team Bri, stating on his podcast, “He hates my guts,” suggesting a deeper personal animosity. This sentiment was further substantiated when Portnoy and his co-host Josh Richards created a diss track aimed at Bryan, with Portnoy singing lines mocking the singer’s reputation.

During a recent broadcast, Portnoy encouraged viewers to download the diss track, suggesting that Bryan is undeserving of their attention. Although Zach Bryan has yet to publicly address the accusations made by LaPaglia or Portnoy, he had previously characterized the breakup as a mutual decision that he hoped would be beneficial for both parties. Bryan expressed gratitude for LaPaglia’s support over the years but acknowledged his personal struggles, indicating that the split might lead to growth for both of them.

Through this unfolding drama, it’s evident that emotions run high as the narratives surrounding Portnoy, Bryan, and LaPaglia continue to develop. The public is clearly captivated by the ongoing feud and the revelations stemming from their relationships.