Todd Chrisley Opens Up About Life in Prison and His First Moments of Freedom
Reality TV star Todd Chrisley is speaking out for the first time since his release from prison. Known for Chrisley Knows Best, Todd held a press conference in Nashville, Tennessee, just days after walking free. His message? Faith, family, and fitness helped him survive the tough times.
Life Behind Bars: Reading, Workouts, and God
Chrisley didn’t waste time in prison. He focused on personal growth.
“I read a lot. I worked out every day at 10:45 a.m. with the guys,” Todd shared. “And my relationship with God got stronger.”
He even joked about his appearance. “I call it the BOP glow,” he said, referencing the Bureau of Prisons. “I’ll have access to better skincare now, though,” he added with a smile.
Staying connected to his family helped him stay grounded. He spoke to his kids—Savannah, Chase, and Grayson—often. And he emailed his wife, Julie, every day. “That made all the difference,” he said. “A lot of people come out of prison broken. I was lucky to have support.”
The Joy of Coming Home
Getting released felt surreal. “I woke up the next morning and thought, ‘This is real. I’m home,’” Chrisley recalled. “We had a meal, prayed together, and just sat as a family. That meant everything.”
This was his first media appearance since his 2022 conviction for fraud and tax evasion. Todd and Julie were found guilty of taking out $30 million in fake loans and hiding income. Originally sentenced to 12 and 7 years, their time was cut short after a pardon from former President Donald Trump.
Julie Chrisley’s Strength and Their Family Focus
Todd had high praise for his wife. “Julie is strong, kind, and a wonderful mother. I’m lucky to have been married to her for over 30 years.” He said she’s enjoying every moment with their daughter, Chloe, since her return home.
Their future? Todd says they’re focused on healing, faith, and truth. And yes, they’re heading back to reality TV. “We have more to share now than ever before,” he revealed. A new series about their life post-prison is already in the works.
The Day They Walked Free
Todd walked out of a federal prison in Pensacola, Florida, on May 28 after serving two and a half years. Julie was released shortly after from a facility in Lexington, Kentucky. Their return to Nashville was filled with emotion.
Daughter Savannah waited outside the prison gates. “I was in shock. I’m just so thankful I get to go home with my dad,” she told reporters. She said Trump’s pardon “came out of nowhere” and brought the family back together.
The Chrisleys are grateful to be free and reunited. They’re not hiding from the spotlight. Instead, they’re ready to tell their story—from struggles to second chances.
