Todd Chrisley, star of "Chrisley Knows Best," addressed the media in Nashville today for the first time since he and wife Julie were granted full presidential pardons by Donald Trump and released from federal prison. The couple, convicted in 2022 of defrauding banks of over $30 million and committing tax evasion, had been serving lengthy sentences—12 years for Todd and years for Julie—before their surprise release last week.
At the press conference, Todd Chrisley expressed deep gratitude to his daughter Savannah, who played a pivotal role in advocating for their release, and to former President Trump and his pardon adviser Alice Johnson. Chrisley maintained his innocence, stating, “I remain convicted of something I did not commit,” and described the emotional family reunion after more than a year apart.
Savannah Chrisley, who has been vocal in her campaign for her parents’ freedom, recounted the overwhelming moment of picking up her father from prison, calling it “incredibly emotional.” The family is now back together in Nashville and says they are planning for the future while continuing to assert their innocence.
The Chrisleys’ legal team has criticized the original trial as unfair, citing unreliable testimony and alleged prosecutorial bias. The couple’s release and pardon have reignited public debate over high-profile pardons and the justice system.
Todd and Julie Chrisley’s net worth and the fate of their reality TV empire remain uncertain as they navigate life after prison. Their children, including Savannah, Chase, Lindsie, Kyle, and Chloe, have been thrust back into the spotlight as the family’s story continues to unfold.
