Todd Chrisley made his first public appearance since being released from federal prison after receiving a presidential pardon from Donald Trump, and he’s making it clear—he has no regrets and no shame. At a press conference in Nashville on Friday, the former Chrisley Knows Best star addressed reporters alongside his daughter Savannah Chrisley, who played a key role in petitioning for the pardon.
“Even though this pardon has happened, I still was convicted of something I did not do,” Todd Chrisley said. “Shame is like a cancer that just spreads, and I have no shame.” The 55-year-old reality star thanked God, former inmate Alice Johnson, and Trump for helping overturn his sentence.
Todd and Julie Chrisley, who were convicted in 2022 of defrauding community banks of over $30 million and committing tax evasion, were sentenced to 12 and 7 years in prison, respectively. They were also ordered to pay $17.8 million in restitution. Savannah, 27, has been outspoken in defending her parents and took their case directly to Trump, even speaking at the Republican National Convention to bring attention to their story.
Savannah addressed public criticism surrounding the pardon, especially accusations of corruption. “The biggest misconception right now is that I either paid for a pardon or slept for a pardon,” she stated. Todd then jokingly added, “That’s something I would’ve done,” sparking laughter at the event.
Julie Chrisley did not attend the press conference, but made her first public outing earlier this week, visiting a Nashville butcher shop. Observers noted her natural gray hair, a striking change from her pre-incarceration appearance.
The Chrisley family is now preparing for a television return. Cameras were reportedly rolling during the moment the children first learned of the pardon. The new reality series, tentatively titled “The Untitled Chrisleys Project”, will air on Lifetime, covering their legal battle, prison experience, and post-pardon life.
“We’re blessed to be coming back to television, because we do have a much bigger story,” Todd said. “We started filming as soon as we got home.” Savannah added, “It’s all God and President Trump at this point.”
The pardon has stirred strong reactions, with some critics accusing Trump of “blatant favoritism” for prioritizing celebrity cases. But to the Chrisleys and their loyal fanbase, the moment represents justice and a second chance.
As the family navigates their next chapter, their story continues to unfold at the intersection of faith, fame, and controversy—one that millions of Americans will now witness on screen once again.