Anger Erupts!! Donald Trump Pardons Todd & Julie Chrisley Stars Of ‘Chrisley Knows Best’
In a stunning development that has sent shockwaves through reality television and political circles alike, former President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, May 27, that he intends
to pardon Todd and Julie Chrisley, the stars of the popular reality show Chrisley Knows Best. The couple, who have been serving lengthy federal prison sentences—12 years for
Trump’s announcement, made via social media and amplified by Margo Martin, Special Assistant to the President and Communications Advisor, included a heartfelt phone call with the Chrisleys’ daughter, Savannah Chrisley. In a video shared online, Trump spoke directly to Savannah from the Oval Office, expressing his hope that her parents would be “free and clean” by the following day. He added, “It’s a terrible thing, but it’s a great thing because your parents are going to be free… I don’t know them, but give them my regards.”
The announcement immediately ignited a flurry of reactions across both the entertainment and political spheres, with fans of Chrisley Knows Best expressing relief and excitement, while critics debated the implications of the pardon. For Savannah Chrisley, the moment was intensely personal—a culmination of months of lobbying and advocacy on behalf of her parents.
The Chrisleys’ Rise and Fall
Todd and Julie Chrisley rose to fame with the success of their reality series, Chrisley Knows Best, which showcased the family’s extravagant lifestyle, witty banter, and southern charm. The series quickly became a cultural phenomenon, attracting viewers who admired the couple’s glamorous yet relatable approach to family life.
However, the family’s public image came under intense scrutiny following their federal convictions. Prosecutors argued that Todd and Julie orchestrated elaborate schemes to defraud banks of millions of dollars while evading taxes over several years. The scandal rocked the family and cast a long shadow over the show that had made them household names.
For Savannah Chrisley, the past several years have been a personal struggle as she navigated life without her parents. Despite their incarceration, she remained committed to advocating for their freedom, using her public platform to draw attention to the case. In interviews and public appearances earlier this year, Savannah made her support for her parents’ pardon clear, stating that she was “going through proper channels” to secure their release.