In one of his most raw and heartfelt confessions yet, Chrisley Knows Best star Chase Chrisley is finally opening up about the turbulent chapter of his life before getting sober —

and the deep tension it created with his sister, Savannah Chrisley. For years, fans have seen their tight sibling bond tested by fame, addiction, and the emotional fallout

from their parents’ imprisonment. Now, Chase is telling the truth about what really happened, why Savannah had every right to be angry, and how her tough love ultimately saved him.

The Breaking Point

Speaking on the Chrisley Confessions podcast, Chase, 29, reflected on the painful period when his drinking began spiraling out of control. “Savannah had every right to be mad at me,” he admitted. “I wasn’t showing up for anyone — not for my family, not for myself. I was drowning, and she was the one trying to pull me out.”

Savannah, 28, didn’t mince words when she recalled how his self-destructive habits nearly tore them apart. “I was angry, yes, but I was scared more than anything,” she said. “It felt like I was watching my brother disappear. I didn’t even recognize him anymore.”

The siblings’ emotional exchange painted a picture of pain and unconditional love — a relationship that, like their family, had to break before it could heal.

A Family Under Pressure

With their parents, Todd and Julie Chrisley, serving prison sentences for bank fraud and tax evasion, Savannah was thrust into the role of caregiver and protector. She took custody of their younger brother, Grayson, and niece, Chloe, while also launching her podcast Unlocked and spearheading efforts to advocate for her parents’ release.

Meanwhile, Chase was struggling in silence. “I didn’t talk about my feelings,” he confessed. “I bottled everything up until it exploded. And when it did, I made choices I’ll always regret.”

His downward spiral reached a public low in early 2024 when he was arrested in Atlanta following an alleged bar altercation. The incident made headlines, further straining the family’s already fragile dynamic. “Finding out about my son’s arrest while I was in prison — it terrified me,” Julie said during an emotional phone call featured on Chrisley Knows Best: Back to Reality. Todd, too, voiced frustration and heartbreak, revealing, “I’d warned him for years that nothing good comes from the bar scene.”

The Moment of Clarity

Chase described the night everything changed — a night that began like so many others, but ended in painful self-reflection. “I woke up one morning after drinking, looked in the mirror, and didn’t recognize the person staring back at me,” he said quietly. “My eyes were empty. My skin was gray. I thought, ‘This can’t be who I am. This isn’t who Mom and Dad raised.’”

That moment of clarity pushed him to reach out to Savannah. “I texted her and said, ‘I’m done. I need help,’” he recalled. “And instead of saying, ‘I told you so,’ she just said, ‘Okay. Let’s do this.’ That’s love. That’s my sister.”

From that day forward, Chase committed himself to sobriety. Through therapy, family support, and a lot of self-work, he began rebuilding not only his life but his family’s trust.

Savannah’s Strength and Sacrifice

For Savannah, Chase’s recovery was more than a personal victory — it was a moment of long-awaited peace. “I had to learn that I couldn’t save him,” she explained. “I could love him, support him, but he had to want to get better. I told him, ‘I can’t be your lifeguard anymore — you have to swim.’”

Her words hit Chase hard. “She was right,” he admitted. “Savannah was protecting her peace, and I was the chaos. She carried the weight of our whole family — fighting for Mom and Dad, raising Grayson, taking care of Chloe — and I was out there running from everything. She had every reason to be mad.”

Despite their differences, Savannah never gave up on her brother. Even at her lowest points, she continued to pray for his healing and believed he would one day find his way back.

Redemption and Recovery

Chase’s journey to sobriety wasn’t easy — but it was transformative. “I had to reintroduce myself to myself,” he explained. “So much of my identity was tied to drinking and partying. Getting sober stripped that away and forced me to grow up.”

Savannah smiled when she described the changes she’s seen in her brother. “He’s calmer, more focused, more grounded. It’s like I got my brother back — but better.”

Their parents couldn’t be prouder. On a recent podcast episode, Todd gushed, “My baby is back. It fills my soul to see him happy, healthy, and full of life again.” Julie echoed the sentiment, adding, “Every day, I thank God for Chase’s second chance.”

A Message of Hope

Now, Chase and Savannah are closer than ever — their bond rebuilt on honesty, forgiveness, and shared purpose. “We still argue sometimes,” Savannah joked, “but it’s about silly stuff now. We don’t hold grudges anymore. That’s growth.”

For Chase, sobriety is no longer just about abstaining — it’s about living. “I write to Mom and Dad every week,” he revealed. “I tell them about therapy, about my plans, about Savannah. I tell them I’m sorry — not for the past, but for taking so long to become the man they always knew I could be.”

Before wrapping up their powerful podcast episode, Chase delivered a heartfelt message to anyone battling addiction or family conflict. “If you’re struggling, it’s not too late,” he said. “The people who love you might be mad, and they might have every right to be — but real love shows up when you decide to change. Savannah’s proof of that.”

Savannah’s eyes filled with tears as she replied softly, “We’ve been through hell and back, but we’re still standing — together.”

And in that quiet moment, surrounded by microphones and memories, the two siblings didn’t sound like reality TV stars or tabloid regulars. They sounded like what they’ve always been — family. Raw, real, and resilient.

Epilogue: Healing in Progress

As the episode ended, Chase pulled Savannah into a hug — the kind that speaks louder than words. The road ahead won’t be easy, but with faith, family, and forgiveness, the Chrisleys are proving that even after the darkest storm, light can still break through.

“I’m proud of where we are,” Chase said as they wrapped. “She’s my sister, my home base — and I’ll spend the rest of my life proving she was right to believe in me.”

Their story — filled with pain, perseverance, and redemption — continues to inspire fans everywhere, reminding us all that even in brokenness, love can still rebuild.