EntertainmentTodd Chrisley walks free: Trump pardon sparks debate

Todd Chrisley walks free: Trump pardon sparks debate

Todd Chrisley, known from the American reality show, has been released from prison after two years. He was pardoned by Donald Trump. For the first time since his release, Chrisley was spotted in public shopping with his daughter Savannah in Nashville.

Donald Trump pardoned Todd Chrisley
Donald Trump pardoned Todd Chrisley
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Karolina Stankiewicz

Todd Chrisley, a reality show star, was released from prison after serving two years. On Thursday, he was seen shopping in Nashville with his daughter Savannah. Chrisley expressed his joy about returning to normal life. Savannah recorded her father, who attempted to shield himself from her camera by covering his face with a shopping bag.

Julie Chrisley, Todd's wife, was also released from prison. The couple was pardoned by President Donald Trump, who personally informed their children about the decision.

Todd Chrisley is an American celebrity known from the reality show "Chrisley Knows Best," which showcased his luxurious life. The show debuted in 2014 and quickly gained popularity, presenting Todd as a charismatic real estate mogul. However, his wealth was later revealed to be the result of financial fraud, leading to a scandal and a court trial.

In 2019, Todd and his wife Julie were accused of tax evasion and bank fraud. The couple falsified documents to secure loans for financing their lavish lifestyle. In 2022, they were found guilty and sentenced to 12 and 7 years in prison, respectively. Despite this, their show continued to air, which sparked controversy.

In 2025, Todd and Julie Chrisley were pardoned by Donald Trump, causing a wave of criticism. The decision was viewed as an example of celebrity favoritism by the former president. Critics accused Trump of using his pardon powers for his supporters, prompting a strong response from the public.

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