What Happened to Todd Chrisley?

Todd Chrisley rose to prominence as the flamboyant, self-made millionaire patriarch of the USA Network reality series "Chrisley Knows Best," which premiered in 2014. The show chronicled the lavish lifestyle of his wealthy family, initially based in Atlanta and later Nashville, showcasing their designer wardrobes, luxurious homes, and Chrisley's distinctive parenting style.

However, behind the scenes, Chrisley's financial dealings were under scrutiny. In August 2019, Todd and his wife, Julie Chrisley, were indicted on 12 counts, including conspiracy to commit bank fraud, wire fraud, and tax evasion. Prosecutors alleged the couple submitted falsified financial statements to secure over $30 million in loans from community banks and then hid their income from tax authorities. The couple maintained their innocence, claiming a former business partner was responsible.

Following a three-week jury trial in Atlanta, both Todd and Julie Chrisley were convicted on all charges on June 7, 2022. On November 21, 2022, Todd Chrisley was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, while Julie received a seven-year sentence. They were also ordered to pay $17.8 million in restitution. In the wake of their convictions and sentencing, their reality shows, including "Chrisley Knows Best" and its spin-off "Growing Up Chrisley," were canceled.

Todd Chrisley began his 12-year sentence at Federal Prison Camp Pensacola in Florida on January 17, 2023. Their legal team pursued an appeal, and in April 2024, lawyers challenged aspects of their convictions and sentences in the Eleventh U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. While the appeals court upheld their convictions on June 21, 2024, it did vacate Julie Chrisley's sentence, remanding her case for resentencing due to a miscalculation of sentencing guidelines. Julie was again sentenced to seven years on September 25, 2024.

In a significant turn of events, President Donald Trump granted full and unconditional pardons to both Todd and Julie Chrisley in May 2025. They were released from prison on May 28, 2025, cutting their sentences short. Since his release, Todd Chrisley has become an outspoken advocate for criminal justice reform and has hinted at a return to television, stating in May 2026 that he is working on new, more authentic shows. He also spoke at CPAC USA in March 2026. Most recently, in June 2026, Todd and Julie Chrisley filed a $25 million lawsuit against an Atlanta law firm and one of its attorneys, alleging legal malpractice led to their convictions. Despite his pardon and new ventures, Chrisley's net worth is estimated to be -$18 million as of 2026, largely due to restitution, unpaid taxes, and legal fees.