For years, Chrisley Knows Best captivated audiences with its sharp humor, family drama, and the glamorous yet tumultuous life of Todd and Julie Chrisley. But beyond the scripted quips

and picture-perfect family photos, the Chrisleys have faced trials that could unravel even the strongest of marriages. After serving separate prison sentences and enduring over two years apart,

the couple is finally back under one roof—and now, they are addressing the swirling rumors that their relationship did not survive the ordeal.

Prison Time and Growing Speculation

Todd Chrisley, 56, and Julie Chrisley, 52, were sentenced in 2022 after being found guilty of federal fraud charges and hiding their wealth from tax authorities. Their convictions shocked fans who had followed their reality show for nearly a decade. Originally, Todd received a 12-year sentence at the Federal Prison Camp in Pensacola, Florida, while Julie was sentenced to seven years at the Federal Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky.

The couple’s combined 19-year sentence was later reduced: Todd’s by two years and Julie’s by 14 months. Still, the physical separation was daunting. For the first time in their decades-long marriage, they faced the reality of life apart—with no phone calls, no family dinners, and no late-night talks in the comfort of their Nashville mansion.

It was this long stretch of forced distance that fueled speculation. Could their marriage really withstand years apart, given the immense stress of scandal and incarceration? Fans and critics alike began whispering about divorce.

Setting the Record Straight

On the July 8 episode of Savannah Chrisley’s Unlocked podcast, Todd and Julie finally broke their silence on the matter.

“No, no. Let me set the record straight,” Julie said firmly. “We are not getting divorced.”

With those words, the rumors that had hounded the couple for months came to a dramatic halt. For Julie, the idea of separation had never even been entertained. Despite the lack of communication during their incarceration, her commitment to her husband remained unshaken.

Todd, known for his flair for the dramatic, reinforced their unbreakable bond by revealing the rituals that kept Julie close to him in spirit while behind bars.

“In my mind, I was never away from her,” he said. “I would tell her in emails every day, ‘I’m with you every step you take and feel my love surrounding you at all times.’ When I went to bed at night, she was right there with me. When I woke up and I did my prayers, she was right there with me.”

A Reunion Without Awkwardness

When the couple was pardoned by President Donald Trump and released on May 27, 2025, the anticipation surrounding their reunion was enormous. Fans wondered whether the years apart would create distance in their relationship—or whether they would fall back into step as if no time had passed.

Todd described their first night together back in Nashville as nothing short of miraculous. “I was so grateful just to get in the bed with my wife,” he recalled. “There was no awkwardness. There was no, ‘What are we supposed to be doing?’”

Julie nodded in agreement, adding that resuming life together felt natural. For a marriage that began in 1996 and has weathered countless storms, it was a reaffirmation of their enduring partnership.

Family at the Center

The Chrisleys have always lived their lives in front of the cameras, and the family’s reality show was built around their dynamic as parents raising a blended brood. In addition to Savannah, the couple shares two sons: Chase and Grayson. Todd is also father to Lindsie and Kyle from his first marriage to Teresa Terry.

During their prison sentences, daughter Savannah took on the role of caregiver for both her younger brother Grayson and her niece Chloe. While she fought tirelessly for her parents’ release, she also hinted at a potential future for the Chrisleys in reality television.

Now, those hints have been confirmed.

“We all know that we’re all back together as our family and that we will start filming again for the new show,” Todd announced on the podcast.

The family has partnered with Lifetime for a new series titled The Chrisleys: Back to Reality, which promises to give audiences a raw, unfiltered glimpse at their post-prison lives. While details remain scarce, fans can expect a far cry from the polished, comedic tone of Chrisley Knows Best.

The Power of Perception

The Chrisleys’ return to television comes at a critical moment. Reality TV is evolving—audiences are increasingly drawn to unvarnished truth over staged perfection. By openly addressing their prison sentences, the strain on their family, and even divorce rumors, Todd and Julie are positioning themselves for a reinvention.

Savannah acknowledged this shift when speaking about the new series: “We had to live a life for 10 years that wasn’t necessarily our life. So for this show, whether people like comments I make or don’t like comments I make, I feel at peace knowing I lived in the moment.”

It’s clear the Chrisleys are leaning into authenticity, even if it means revisiting painful chapters.

Love in the Face of Scandal

Through it all, the heart of the Chrisley story remains the bond between Todd and Julie. Their marriage has been tested in ways most couples will never understand—financial scandal, public humiliation, years apart, and ongoing legal battles. Yet, they insist their love has not only endured but strengthened.

Julie’s calm dismissal of divorce rumors and Todd’s emotional declarations highlight a marriage rooted in faith and resilience. For them, the narrative is not about escape from scandal, but about unity in spite of it.

What Comes Next

As the Chrisleys step back into the spotlight, one question lingers: can they rebuild both their brand and their legacy? For longtime fans, the answer lies in the very moment Julie spoke on her daughter’s podcast.

“We settled back in fairly easy,” she said, smiling softly.

It was a simple statement, but one that carried the weight of decades of commitment. The Chrisleys may have lost their fortune, their freedom, and the polished image of perfection—but what they have not lost is each other.

And for the millions who have followed their story, that may be the greatest plot twist of all.