20 Years After 'Lost,' Here's What Actually Happened In THAT Finale

Q: What actually happened at the end of Lost?

The most important thing to know about the , Lost , finale is that it wraps up a season featuring parallel timelines. After a nuclear bomb goes off on the island in the 1970s, , Lost , season 6 tells two stories: the story we know on the island, and a second "flash sideways" that seems to show what would have happened to Jack, Kate, Sawyer, and the rest of the survivors if they'd never gotten lost in the first place.

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Sep 20, 2024

When I started my first watch of Lost last year, I knew I was embarking on one of the greatest television experiences of all time. Even before I was introduced to Jack, Kate, Sawyer, and Sayid, I knew this ABC series had left an indelible mark on TV forever, even if I had no idea what I was getting into.

Lost, whose pilot premiered on September 22, 2004 to nearly 19 million viewers, follows a group of passengers who survive the crash of Oceanic Flight 815. Left on a deserted tropical island, they have to team up to stay alive, surviving some intense natural elements, and some intense not-so-natural elements too, like the "Others," a smoke monster, and, eventually, time travel. (I still can't believe that last one).

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Lost is the kind of unhinged television we don't get anymore, where you're so affected by the show's outrageous choices, you can't help but scream at the TV, but where you've grown to love the characters so much, you can't help but understand their decision making. One aspect of the series many viewers have never understood, however, is the Lost ending.

Fans of all ages agree it was either the worst finale of all time, or the best finale of the decade (you probably won't find many impartial opinions), but something everyone wonders at one point or another is what the heck even happened? In honor of the TV show's 24th birthday, here's what actually went down during that Lostfinale.

What actually happened at the end of Lost?

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The most important thing to know about the Lost finale is that it wraps up a season featuring parallel timelines. After a nuclear bomb goes off on the island in the 1970s, Lost season 6 tells two stories: the story we know on the island, and a second "flash sideways" that seems to show what would have happened to Jack, Kate, Sawyer, and the rest of the survivors if they'd never gotten lost in the first place.

On The Island

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At the beginning of the Lost finale, the characters are split up into a few different groups. Desmond, who had been trapped at the bottom of a well at the heart of the island, comes face to face with the Man in Black. He joins the villain's group to spare the lives of Rose and Bernard.

Miles and Richard team up to destroy the Ajira plane and prevent the Man in Black from leaving the island, but decide to use the plane to escape instead, while Sawyer runs into Ben and the Man in Black, and learns about the plan to destroy the island. Naturally, Sawyer runs off with Ben's rifle and, reunited with Jack, Kate, and Hurley, realizes Jack plans on confronting the Man in Black himself.

Both groups finally cross paths at the heart of the island, and Desmond returns down the well and removes the stone at the center of the pool. All at once, the light goes out, the pool dries up, and the destruction of the island begins. Even though this was the Man in Black's plan, he has no idea that killing the light also kills his immortality. After a fight with Jack, which leaves Jack stabbed and the Man in Black shot, Jack kicks the Man in Black over the side of the cliff.

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Despite their victory, the island is still falling apart, and Jack tells his group to get on the plane and escape while he restores the light in the heart of the island. Kate and Jack profess their love for each other and she leaves with Sawyer and Claire while Hurley and Ben agree to stay — Ben because he wants to go down with the island and Hurley because he wants to stick with Jack.

In a moment that's been a long time coming, Jack appoints Hurley to take over the island. In my opinion (and Jack's too) there is no one else who could protect the island as well as Hurley! And we all know Hurley doesn't like to operate on his own, so he asks Ben to be his second.

After restoring the light, and waking up by a river, Jack collapses in the bamboo forest. Joined by Vincent the dog, Jack lies on the ground, and smiles when he sees the Ajira plane — with Kate, Sawyer, Lapidus, Richard, Claire, and Miles on board — flying away. And, in a reversal of the opening scene of the series, Jack closes his eyes and dies.

The Flash Sideways

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In the flash sideways, many of our favorite Lost characters from past and present gather for Daniel Widmore & Drive Shaft's benefit concert. Even though throughout this timeline, the characters haven't recognized one another, they begin to get memories that lead them to the church that was going to hold Jack's father Christian's funeral. Ben doesn't want to go inside, and after Hurley tells him he was a "real good number two," he replies Hurley was a "great number one."

Locke regains the use of his legs after being operated on by Jack, and then receives flashes of memory about his time on the island. Jack, despite receiving his own memory flashes through his conversation with Locke, and later Kate, fights the memories. But after an encounter with his father, and realizing that he's actually dead himself, Jack gives in and enters the church.

Everyone inside the church — Kate, Sawyer, Sayid, and other characters from the past like Shannon, Charlie, Libby, and Boone — recognize each other and remember their lives on the island. It's a super emotional scene full of reunions and embraces. After everyone sits down with their arms around each other, Christian opens the doors of the church, and light floods in.

Was Lost All a Dream?

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No, everything that happened in Lost really did happen. And it appears that the "flash sideways" shows of the afterlife where all the Flight 815 passengers reunited, remembered their lives, and moved on to find peace. (The biggest clue for me is the fact Hurley and Ben acknowledge their positions as "Number One" and "Number Two").

"Think of the flash sideways as them going into limbo/purgatory of sorts, waiting for the rest to show up after they die in the real world. Like a holding area or 'lobby' before entering the new existence," one Reddit user says.

"They have no recollection of their past lives in the real world until they come into contact with their former partner or friend from their former life, which 'clicks' the light on in their head that they need to eventually meet up on a pre-determined date at the church and get set to move on together."

The Lost finale might not be the fan service, full-of-answers ending viewers expected, but it totally fits with the rest of the show. Plus, the fact the final shot of Jack's eye mirrors the very first shot?! That's cinema. At its core, Lost is about the connections we make with people, and the biggest questions we have about life. And an ending that's equal parts beautiful, existential, and admittedly a little confusing? It fits right in.

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This 'Southern Charm' Cast Member Just Quit The Show Ahead Of Season 10 Premiere

It's been a minute since we last saw our Southern Charm faves on screen, but they're finally back for season 10! From the Taylor-Shep-Olivia-Austen of it all to the gradual shift of Craig away from...everyone except Paige, a lot's happened since last year. And as if keeping up with all that wasn't enough, the trailer just dropped, and I have plenty of thoughts. So here's everything you should know from what to expect for season 10, who's returning, and when you can watch Southern Charm! Let's get into it!

Watch The 'Southern Charm' Trailer Here!

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Here's every thought I had throughout the Southern Charm season 10 trailer!

The whole trailer starts off with Craig saying, “You can either accept the life that I live now, or not." That DEFINITELY sets the tone for the rest of this first look — and seemingly the rest of season 10.
Despite whatever drama may come, it's clear that Shep's inner child is alive and well. That "olly olly oxen free" and cannonball moment is soooo extremely him.
We're getting a group Bahamas trip! You know that can only mean one thing: DRAMA. Nothing changes the dynamic like being outside of Charleston!
There's a new girl in the group, named Molly! Apparently she "used to sext Craig," but she's " not trying to steal him from Paige or anything." Okay, sure Jan...
Taylor has a new boyfriend. Color me unsurprised!

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Excuse me, but Venita & JT?!?! IDK how to feel...
After Craig tells Patricia that JT called her a b--ch, Madison says, “He will be the b--ch when I’m done with him.” I mean, you really just don't go after Patricia — everyone knows that!
Every time Craig and Austen talk, it's clear they're exasperated with one another. Craig said, “Our friendship will never look like it used to." As much as I'm happy to see Craig setting clear boundaries with his friends, I'd definitely hate to see this bromance die. (Even though IDK if I'll ever forgive Austen for the Ciara of it all...)
And in another unsurprising update: Shep has a new girlfriend — and she's the former Miss Bahamas! According to Madison, she's a Southern Charm fan, so it seems like some people think she's just using him as pawn to get on the show. All I know is we eventually see Shep walking away dejected and saying, “I shouldn’t have done this.” YIKES.
And as predictable as the rain, of course there's drama with Shep, Taylor, and another woman — Salley. According to Salley, she and Shep slept together, and Taylor doesn't seem to take this well. She said, "I dated Shep for two years. Y'all just f----d!"

It's clear this southern faves have no shortage of drama to pull from yet again...

Who's returning for 'Southern Charm' season 10?

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Our charmers Venita Aspen, Leva Bonaparte, Craig Conover, Taylor Ann Green, Austen Kroll, Madison LeCroy, Rodrigo Reyes, Shep Rose, and Jarrett “JT” Thomas are all set to return for season 10! Patricia Altschul and her son Whitney Sudler-Smith will also appear throughout the season — because it wouldn't be Southern Charm without this duo, TBH!

While JT will be back for this season, he just announced season 10 will be his last. He announced his impending departure in an Instagram post, writing, "It comes with a heavy heard to share that I have resigned from Southern Charm." He continued, explaining that he won't participate in his "2-3 remaining green room interviews remaining" before the season 10 premiere. He said, "...I no longer wish to participate in any ways moving forward with the TV show." After the bombshell, JT elaborated that he's going to "work on next steps to recover both physically and mentally from what has been an extremely challenging & exhausting year."

Needless to say, this is extremely shocking! Most of the drama outlined in the trailer revolves around Craig, Austen, and Shep, but it's clear there's way more to this story. We'll for sure keep an eye out for more details as this continues to unfold.

One face we're sad to see gone is Olivia Flowers. In regards to leaving the show, she told Scheana Shay on Scheananigans, "It wasn't my choice." Apparently producers told her the decision came because she seemed estranged from the Charleston scene, often traveling, spending time in Texas, and connecting with her new boyfriend. And while that may have bothered her at the time, it's clear that Olivia doesn't have time to worry about all that given her recent engagement to Alex Williams.

Are there any new cast members for 'Southern Charm' season 10?

This season, we're getting a few newcomers to Charleston! Salley Carson is "a bubbly party girl by night and a robotics technician for surgical procedures by day. The debutante is gorgeous, intelligent, and independent, and she shares a curiously parallel romantic past with Taylor." Yeah, that definitely spells trouble in Shep-ville. Outside of the social scene, her bio reads that Salley works in spinal robotics — nothing short of impressive there! I can't wait to see what this brainy beauty adds to the group!

Molly O’Connell also joins season 10 after apparently showing up in the background of previous seasons for years. So while she's new to the show, she's definitely been a friend of the group for a while. Still, this isn't Molly's first foray into TV — she was on America's Next Top Model in 2010 and continued her modeling career for years afterwards. On top of all that? She's also appeared as a charter guest on Below Deck. Clearly, this girl was made for the screen!

Ryan Albert hops on board this season as a friend of Patricia's — because who doesn't this woman know in Charleston?! According to Bravo, he's a stay-at-home-husband who volunteers — and hosts parties — in his free time.

When does 'Southern Charm' season 10 come out?

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Southern Charm season 10 premieres Thursday, Dec. 5 at 9 p.m. ET/PT! I'll be tuned in with rosé in-hand and mouth agape!

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Not Close With Your Family? Here's How To Have a Joyous And Connected Holiday Season

Last year, some of us celebrated the holidays apart from our families for the first time. COVID has brought with it many changes, some of them arguably positive (like increased flexibility to work from home), some difficult (such as the realization of vastly different political and social views between family and friends), and some horrible (obviously, the health implications of a global pandemic). However, for some of us, celebrating the holidays without family members isn't exclusively due to COVID. In addition to so many of us living in different areas than our families of origin, some of us simply don't have close bonds with the people we grew up around. Sometimes, this can cause loneliness.

If you're not close with your family members, the holidays can be a difficult time. This is doubly true if you don't have a close circle of friends to call upon. But make no mistake, if this sounds like your situation, you're not alone — there are thousands of other people going through the same struggles you are. We sat down with Irad Eichler, founder of Circles, a website that connects people who are sharing similar struggles, like heartbreak, grief, or loneliness. Here are some of Eichler's tips for coping — and even thriving! — during the holiday season when you're not planning on spending it with your family, for one reason or another.

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The first VERY important step to having a joyous holiday season when you're going it alone is to stop believing the narrative that others' family situations are perfect, Eichler says.

"Remember people only post a moment in time, and only the moments when they look their happiest and best."

In addition to the fact that everything you see on social media is curated for the 'gram, it's also important to remember that by focusing on what others have and you lack, you risk failing to see the great things at play in your own life.

"These holiday periods can become a time of focusing on who and what we don't have, rather than who or what we do, and can cause a negative spiral into depressing and dreadful feelings of inadequacy," says Eichler.

Gratitude is the reason for the season, after all. So instead of only seeing the negative, try some gratitude journal prompts to help you focus on what's actually really wonderful about your life right now.

Make An Effort To Deepen New Connections

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While it may seem like everyone has friends and family to spend time with during the holiday season, that doesn't mean no one is available for deepening a blossoming relationship or new friendship.

"Make a list of people you can or would like to connect with, and try to reach out to at least one of them," advises Eichler.

Reaching out doesn't have to mean a big plan or an hour-long conversation. Even a quick text letting a friendly coworker know you're thinking about them can go a long way toward deepening the relationship and moving it in the direction of closer friendship.

Don't have an acquaintance in mind? Then it's time to make new acquaintances. What's more in line with the Christmas spirit than attending a Meetup or event full of people eager to make new friends?

"Join groups with similar interests to yours, such as hiking, baking, or games. Push your boundaries and be brave - you might find new people who have much in common with you."

Give Back

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The holiday season is a great time to focus on giving back to your community, and coincidentally, acts of generosity and kindness are known to reduce loneliness and help people feel happier. One study found that knowing a few of your neighbors and doing small acts of kindness for them — such as cheering them up, listening to them, mowing their lawn, providing advice about local business recommendations and job opportunities, and chatting over the fence — was statistically correlated with feeling less lonely and having a lower risk of depression.

Helping out elderly neighbors can be a particularly gratifying way to give back.

"Notice older lonely people in your neighborhood or community who might have no family at all, and offer to help them," says Eichler. "These can become mutually meaningful connections, and help you 'adopt' a grandparent."

Connect With Others Online

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Finally, use the Internet for its highest and best purpose: to connect people. Whether you're using Meetup to find in-person events, digital forums for having conversations about special interests, or programs like Circle for getting support from others in your situation, the opportunities to create new connections are practically endless.

"There are many interest groups that can be found digitally, where or any person can connect with others in the same life stage, going through the same challenges, or who would like to explore the same interests," Eichler states. "Meaningful connections can be formed easily in these circumstances. The Internet enables us to find and connect to people all over the world who fit this, and to whom we can become more easily attached, as we are able to find people with the exact interests that energize us."

If you're struggling with loneliness, you're not alone. Connect with our digital community of makers and creatives here at Brit+Co by following us on IG and signing up for our newsletter!

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12 New Christmas Movies To Bring You Comfort & Joy This Year

Holiday movies are one of the best ways to get into the spirit of the season and luckily, there are plenty of options to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a laugh-out-loud comedy or romance, we’ve got you covered. Pour yourself a mug of comforting hot chocolateand snuggle up with a blanket. Here are our picks for the most highly anticipated new Christmas movies releasing soon!

Trivia at St. Nick's — On The Hallmark Channel November 8, 2024

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Let’s be honest, we all love when Pretty Little Liars co-stars reunite for a new project and the Hallmark Channel is delivering with Trivia at St. Nick’s. When Celeste and Max end up on the same team for their university's annual faculty Christmas Bar Trivia Tournament, they discover a newfound friendship — and chemistry. Who knows what could happen between the two of them before the championship?

Trivia at St. Nick’s stars Tammin Sursok and Brant Daugherty.

Hot Frosty — On Netflix November 13

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The holidays can be hard for those dealing with a loss, which is something Kathy is still experiencing. However, what will happen after she magically brings a handsome snowman to life? Will she learn to love again?

Hot Frosty stars Lacey Chabert, Dustin Milligan, Katy Mixon Greer, Lauren Holly, Chrishell Stause, Joe Lo Truglio, and Craig Robinson.

Red One — In Theaters November 15, 2024

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Who doesn’t love an action-packed holiday adventure with Dwayne Johnson as the North Pole's main security guard and Chris Evans as a bounty hunter? Throw in a kidnapped Santa Claus and you have a Red One Christmas.

Red One stars Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Lucy Liu, Kiernan Shipka, Bonnie Hunt, Kristofer Hivju, Nick Kroll, Wesley Kimmel and J.K. Simmons.

An Almost Christmas Story — On Disney+ November 15, 2024

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The third and final installment of Alfonso Cuarón’s holiday shorts collection for Disney+ is almost here, and it follows the adventure of an unlikely duo: a young owl called Moon and a lost little girl named Luna, both wanting to make it home for the holidays. This Christmas movie was was inspired by the tiny owl who was actually rescued from NYC's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in 2020!

An Almost Christmas Story stars Cary Christopher, Estella Madrigal, Jim Gaffigan, Mamoudou Athie, Alex Ross Perry, Gianna Joseph, Phil Rosenthal, Natasha Lyonne, and John C. Reilly.

The Night Before Christmas In Wonderland — On Hulu November 15, 2024

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There's nothing more festive than an animated musical and this year, we’re finally getting the film adaptation of Carys Bexington’s The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland, which is a perfect mix of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas and Alice in Wonderland. Down the rabbit hole we go!

The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland stars Emilia Clarke, Gerard Butler, and Simone Ashley.

The Merry Gentlemen — On Netflix November 20

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The Merry Gentlemen is your classic story of a former big-city girl returning to her parents’ small-town to save the day, but with a twist…a steamy, all-male Christmas-themed production!

The Merry Gentlemen stars Britt Robertson, Chad Michael Murray, Marla Sokoloff, Beth Broderick, Michael Gross, Maxwell Caulfield, Hector David Jr., Colt Prattes, and Marc Anthony Samuel.

Our Little Secret — On Netflix November 27, 2024

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Christmas with your ex? Definitely not fun for anyone, especially when you’re stuck under the same roof with new partners. Prepare for a whole lot of chaos and mixed feelings!

Our Little Secret stars Lindsay Lohan, Ian Harding, Tim Meadows, Jon Rudnitsky, Henry Czerny, Judy Reyes, Chris Parnell, Kristin Chenoweth, Dan Bucatinsky, Katie Baker, Jake Brennan, Ash Santos, and Brian Unger.

Nutcrackers — On Hulu November 29, 2024

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Ben Stiller is back on our screens after seven years in Nutcrackers! The comedy is filled with heart and tells the story of Mike, who's all work and no play. Everything turns upside down when he becomes the guardian for his orphaned nephews. What’s extra fun is actors Homer, Ulysses, Arlo, and Atlas Janson are actually siblings in real life.

Nutcrackers stars Ben Stiller, Linda Cardellini, Edi Patterson, Tim Heidecker, Toby Huss, Homer Janson, Ulysses Janson, Arlo Janson, and Atlas Janson.

A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter — On Netflix December 6, 2024

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After Sabrina Carpenter’s incredible sixth album, Short n’ Sweet, she’s ready to give us the holiday special we deserve this season. That’s right, it’s a nonsense Christmas with the singer performing songs from her fruitcake holiday EP as well as some unforgettable covers. Plus, we all know there will be some fun surprises!

A Nonsense Christmas stars Sabrina Carpenter.

A Carpenter Christmas Romance — On Lifetime December 21

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Andrea escapes to her family’s farmhouse to finish her novel. This leads to a run-in with her woodworker ex-crush, who's helping rebuild the town after a tragedy. Naturally, sparks fly.

A Carpenter Christmas Romance stars Sasha Pieterse and Mitchell Slaggert.

Oh. What. Fun. — On Prime Video Soon

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Claire's preparing to celebrate Christmas with a special family outing, until they forget her (giving classic Home Alone vibes). While this could lead to a miserable holiday for everyone, Claire's determined to get back to her family.

Oh. What. Fun. stars Michelle Pfeiffer, Felicity Jones, Chloë Grace Moretz, Denis Leary, Dominic Sessa, Jason Schwartzman, Eva Longoria, Joan Chen, Devery Jacobs, Havana Rose Liu, and Maude Apatow.

Champagne Problems — On Netflix Soon

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Who doesn’t want to take a trip to the city of love? Friday Night Lights' Minka Kelly is set to play an executive who goes to France in hopes of obtaining a well-known champagne brand. But life has other plans when she falls in love with the founder’s son.

Champagne Problems stars Minka Kelly.

Here are 28 Insanely Easy Christmas Cookie Recipes For The Holidays to go with your holiday watching :).

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Zach Bryan & Brianna Chickenfry's Break Up Is COMPLICATED — Here's What To Know

Zach Bryan and Brianna "Chickenfry" LaPaglia's explosive breakup is everywhere right now. From his seemingly one-sided social media posts to all the bombshell revelations she keeps dropping, it's clear this split is NOT amicable. Both parties are dropping tons of lore, info, and everything in between — including new music?! — right now, so it makes sense if you can't keep up. Luckily, I'm here to help break this breakup down for you! Here's everything you need to know about Zach Bryan and Brianna Chickenfry's relationship...or lack thereof.

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October 22, 2024 – Zach Bryan Announces His Breakup With Brianna Chickenfry

On October 22, 2024, after some recent speculation that Zach Bryan and Brianna Chickenfry split up, Zach took to his Instagram stories. The country star said, "Addressing something: Brianna and me have broken up with [each other] and I respect and love her with every ounce of my heart. She has loved me unconditionally for a very long time and for that I'll always thank her."

He continued, noting, "I have had an incredibly hard year personally and struggled through some pretty severe things. I thought it would be beneficial for both of us to go our different ways. I am not perfect and never will be. Please respect Brianna's privacy and space in this and if you have it in your heart, mine too."

To wrap it all up, he closed by apologizing to his fans. He said, "With everything I am and to anyone I let down, I am sorry. I try my best in everything. I failed people that love me and mostly myself."

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Brianna hopped on her own Instagram stories shortly there after. She posted, "Hey guys I'm feeling really blindsided right now. Gonna hop off social media for a while and attempt to heal privately, when I'm ready I'll be back and ready to talk. I love you guys so much thank you for all of your kind words. Remember you are so loved and everything's always gonna be okay 🫶"

The Brianna got on Youtube next, posting a raw, emotional video about the situation. Sitting on the floor of her bathroom, she opened up as much as she could in the moment about her breakup. She said, "I just woke up to Zach posting on his Instagram that we broke up and I had no idea that post was going up. He didn't text me, he didn't call me. I just woke up to a bunch of texts, like, 'Are you okay?'"

Brianna, with her teary eyes and red face, explained she's been crying for "five days straight." She said, "I'm at the point where it's like, how can you give someone everything and love them so unconditionally, like through stuff that you shouldn't because you just love them and you want them... like you see the good in them?"

The internet personality said that this is all "so embarrassing" and "really, really heartbreaking." She elaborated that the couple broke up on October 21, but wanted to process on her own and "didn't want it to be public."

Much like her Instagram story, she told her audience that she'll come back when she's ready.

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November 7, 2024 — Brianna Claims Zach's Emotionally Abusive, Wanted $12Mil NDA

Well, it appears this week, Brianna decided she's ready. On Barstool Sports' BFF's Pod November 7, 2024, Brianna gave an inside look at the breakup unlike any other. Not only did she claim Zach was abusive, but she also alleged that he offered her a $12 million NDA to "not talk about the relationship."

After saying it's been the hardest year of her life, she said. "I'm still scared right now because I'm scared of him. My brain's rewired and I'm scared to make him mad and last week, I didn't want to talk about it 'cause I was scared."

Brianna then described the alleged emotional abuse. She noted that everything was cyclical and that he would build her up only to break her back down again. "There was always another excuse as to why he was treating me so poorly and why I'm crying myself to sleep every night, why he's screaming at me," she said. "And then you wake up, it's the apology, it's the 'I'm going to be better like I need you in my life,' but if you've been through this — I don't expect people to understand emotional abuse if you haven't been through it. I hope you never have to go through it but if you've been there you know what I'm talking about."

Not only does Brianna allege she was offered an NDA, but she said that other women that came before her had to sign their own agreements. She declined the offer because she didn't want to "sign away [her] experiences and what [she] went through to protect someone that hurt [her]." She also wanted to share this experience for other women who've suffered something similar.

And when it comes to the logistics of losing out on the famous lifestyle and alleged $12 million? She said, "It was never about the money — I was with the dude because I loved the dude."

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November 8, 2024 — Zach Quit Touring Amid Abuse Allegations

On November 8, 2024, Zach posted on Instagram — where he clearly loves to share all his big news — that not only is his new single "High Road" out today, but that he's also ending his tour early. Read his full statement here:

After not being home for a year and a half I drove out to my mothers gravestone in the dead of night a few days back on familiar Oklahoma roads and I came to realize just like in the past, that she never would call me again

Told her I quit touring because I got accepted to get my masters in Paris next year, I told her I was back in Oklahoma, told her about all my best friends in New York and all the nights we howled with the moon, told her about the immeasurable laughter my band and me have shared these last five years, all the calluses on my finger tips, every tear shed, told her about making it on The Rolling Stone and most importantly told her about porch swinging with my beautiful sister.
I wrote the chorus for this song a month or two back and finished it when I realized I was blessed with all these things.

I figured it was about time I released it.

Thank you guys for listening to ‘This Worlds a Giant’ last night and thank you to all the people who love me; who have truly carried the weight with me.

Seems that all these Quiet Dreams have gotten much too heavy but I’m home now and I’ll hold you through the pain.

High Road is out today and I appreciate all of you"

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20 Years After 'Lost,' Here's What Actually Happened In THAT Finale

What actually happened at the end of Lost?

On The Island

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Was Lost All a Dream?

Watch The 'Southern Charm' Trailer Here!

Who's returning for 'Southern Charm' season 10?

Are there any new cast members for 'Southern Charm' season 10?

When does 'Southern Charm' season 10 come out?

Don't Fall For "Perfect Families" On Social Media

Make An Effort To Deepen New Connections

Give Back

Connect With Others Online

​Trivia at St. Nick's — On The Hallmark Channel November 8, 2024

​Hot Frosty — On Netflix November 13

​Red One — In Theaters November 15, 2024

​An Almost Christmas Story — On Disney+ November 15, 2024

The Night Before Christmas In Wonderland — On Hulu November 15, 2024

​The Merry Gentlemen — On Netflix November 20

​Our Little Secret — On Netflix November 27, 2024

​Nutcrackers — On Hulu November 29, 2024

​A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter — On Netflix December 6, 2024

​A Carpenter Christmas Romance — On Lifetime December 21

​Oh. What. Fun. — On Prime Video Soon

​Champagne Problems — On Netflix Soon

October 22, 2024 – Zach Bryan Announces His Breakup With Brianna Chickenfry

November 7, 2024 — Brianna Claims Zach's Emotionally Abusive, Wanted $12Mil NDA

November 8, 2024 — Zach Quit Touring Amid Abuse Allegations

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The Flash Sideways

Trivia at St. Nick's — On The Hallmark Channel November 8, 2024

Hot Frosty — On Netflix November 13

Red One — In Theaters November 15, 2024

An Almost Christmas Story — On Disney+ November 15, 2024

The Merry Gentlemen — On Netflix November 20

Our Little Secret — On Netflix November 27, 2024

Nutcrackers — On Hulu November 29, 2024

A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter — On Netflix December 6, 2024

A Carpenter Christmas Romance — On Lifetime December 21

Oh. What. Fun. — On Prime Video Soon

Champagne Problems — On Netflix Soon