Savannah Chrisley is navigating a whirlwind of emotions as her parents, Todd and Julie Chrisley, continue to face significant legal challenges. On the August 13 episode of her “Unlocked” podcast, the 27-year-old star of Chrisley Knows Best opened up about her struggles. She described how vivid dreams of her 51-year-old mother, Julie, coming home leave her feeling disoriented upon waking.
Despite clinging to hope for a favorable outcome, Savannah acknowledged the need to prepare for the worst, given the family’s tumultuous legal history. “I prepare myself for the worst, and anything better than that is good news,” she explained, reflecting her cautious optimism.
In 2019, Todd and Julie Chrisley, along with their accountant, faced accusations of embezzling $30 million and filing for bankruptcy to evade repayment. Although they denied the charges, they were convicted in 2022 on twelve counts.
Todd and Julie began serving their 19-year sentences in January 2023, though their sentences were reduced in September 2023. Todd, initially sentenced to twelve years, is now expected to be released in 2032.
In June, the family saw a legal victory when Julie Chrisley’s seven-year tax evasion conviction was overturned. Federal judges determined there was insufficient evidence to support the conviction. Although the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the convictions of Julie, Todd, and their accountant, Peter Tarantino, they found that the trial judge had overestimated Julie’s penalties.
The court confirmed Julie’s involvement in the bank fraud scheme starting in 2006 but found no evidence of her participation before 2007. Julie’s resentencing is set for September 25.