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Brianna Chickenfry Turns Down $12M From Zach Bryan, Grammy Noms + Weekly Watch Report

2024/11/11
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Key Insights

Why did Brianna Chickenfry turn down $12.9 million from Zach Bryan?

Brianna wanted to maintain her career and independence, refusing to be silenced by Zach's offer to stop talking about him. She felt she had a career and life beyond him and didn't need to compromise her identity for money.

What are the key reasons Brianna described Zach Bryan as abusive?

Brianna detailed Zach's manipulative and controlling behavior, including isolating her from friends and family, dictating her appearance and actions, and exhibiting extreme jealousy and insecurity. She also mentioned his attempts to taint her opinion of her workplace, Barstool, and his offer of money to stop working there.

Why did the 'Smallest Man' diss track get taken down from multiple platforms?

The diss track was taken down due to a contract issue with Warner Music, which owns the rights to Josh Richards' music. Warner Music likely enforced the removal due to the unauthorized use of Zach Bryan's song 'How Lucky Are We' at the end of the track.

How did the Grammy nominations reflect the dominance of female artists this year?

The Grammy nominations showcased a strong presence of female artists, with Beyonce leading the nominations and several other female artists like Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, and Sabrina Carpenter receiving multiple nods. Notably, the pop vocal album category was entirely filled with female nominees for the first time.

Why did Ariana Grande express a desire to move away from pop music?

Ariana Grande wants to explore other aspects of her creativity, including Broadway and comedy, after a decade of focusing on pop music. She feels the need to reconnect with her love for musical theater and comedy and wants to take on roles that feed that passion.

What was the fan reaction to JT's departure from Southern Charm?

Fans generally reacted positively to JT's departure, viewing it as a relief and a step forward for the show. Many felt that JT's presence was detrimental and that his exit would improve the show's dynamic.

What major plot twist occurred in the latest season of Outer Banks?

In the latest season of Outer Banks, JJ was killed off, a decision that shocked fans and led to significant speculation about the behind-the-scenes dynamics between the actors, particularly Rudy Pankow and Madison Bailey.

Chapters

The hosts recap their recent trips to Kansas City and Nashville, highlighting the fun experiences, interactions with fans, and memorable moments from their live shows.
  • Successful live shows in Kansas City and Nashville
  • Positive fan interactions and feedback
  • Fun activities and parties during the trips

Shownotes Transcript

Kansas City & Nashville trip recap (00:00-20:01). Brianna Chickenfry & Zach Bryan drama (21:21-46:47). Grammy nominations announced (46:48-57:09). Ariana Grande says she's moving away from pop music (57:10-1:02:02). JT announces exit from Southern Charm (1:02:03-1:04:48). Weekly Watch Report: ‘Outer Banks’ + more! (1:05:55-1:29:16).

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