Brianna LaPaglia is a multi-talented American content creator, blog writer, podcaster, and social media star. With her viral TikTok videos and comedic hangover content, she quickly rose to fame and earned the title of “CEO of hangovers.” Recognizing her talent, Barstool Sports brought Brianna onboard to host their podcasts and contribute as a blog writer. She also boasts a strong presence on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, where her channel Brianna Chickenfry has amassed a large following.
Quick Facts
- Boyfriend: Nik Pelligrino Age: 24 Years
- Born Country: United States
- U.S. State: Massachusetts
Early Life & Career
Brianna LaPaglia was born on June 17, 1999, in Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America. She grew up in Boston and developed an interest in social media at a young age. After graduating from high school, she attended Baldwin Wallace University in Ohio, where she was part of the women’s swimming and diving team. Brianna was pursuing a major in public health when she started posting videos on her TikTok account, Brianna Chickenfry. Her first video was posted in March 2019 and she gained popularity for her lip-sync and comedic videos.
Rise to Fame
Brianna’s popularity increased when she started posting videos of herself hungover while giving tips on friendships, relationships, partying, and other aspects of life. Her videos started gathering thousands of views and likes, establishing her as a popular TikToker. This popularity on TikTok also helped her earn followers on other social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter. She caught the attention of the popular digital media company Barstool Sports, which offered her an opportunity to work as one of its interns.
Brianna’s big breakthrough came in the summer of 2020 when she was hired by Barstool Sports as a permanent employee after just one week of interning. In July 2020, she landed an opportunity to host her own podcast titled PlanBri Uncut. Despite initially planning to attend medical school after graduating, Brianna dropped out of Baldwin Wallace University in September 2020 to focus on her career as a podcaster and social media influencer.
Over time, Brianna’s podcast became popular and she landed opportunities to co-host other podcasts like Because We Got High. She has also been part of the famous BFFS podcast, collaborating with Dave Portnoy and Josh Richards. In addition to hosting podcasts, Brianna also contributes to Barstool Sports as a blog writer, posting blogs on the PlanBri section of the company’s main website. She has also created her own merchandise in association with Barstool, including accessories and clothing.
Controversies
Brianna LaPaglia’s rise to fame has not been without controversy. In April 2021, she stirred up controversy when she criticized Pembroke citizens for mourning the death of two former Pembroke High School hockey players who were killed in a car accident. This attracted strong reactions on social media, with people criticizing Brianna for her insensitive comments. An online petition was even started, demanding her exit from Barstool Sports.
Personal Life
Brianna LaPaglia is in a relationship with Nik Pelligrino, whom she often features on her social media pages. Apart from creating content on social media, she enjoys spending time with her friends, traveling, and exploring new places. Spending time at the beach is one of her favorite pastimes.