Brianna LaPaglia Lands Sports Illustrated Digital Cover Following Public Split with Zach Bryan

The Barstool Sports podcaster says the shoot symbolizes reclaiming her identity and independence after an emotionally challenging relationship.

Brianna LaPaglia, known as 'Brianna Chickenfry,' is the January 2025 digital cover model for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit.
The 25-year-old content creator described the shoot as a personal milestone in reclaiming her body, voice, and independence after her public breakup with country singer Zach Bryan.
LaPaglia has been open about the emotional abuse she says she experienced during their year-long relationship, rejecting a $12 million NDA offered by Bryan to stay silent about their time together.
The cover shoot includes a variety of bold swimwear looks and represents LaPaglia's commitment to living life on her own terms after leaving the relationship.
Fans and supporters have celebrated her achievement, with LaPaglia stating her focus for 2025 is on self-growth and creating meaningful content.