Julie and Todd Chrisley are having a hard time in life right now. The Chrisley Knows Best couple is in prison on charges of fraud and evading taxes. However, they are in separate prisons. Todd is in Pensacola, and Julie is in Kentucky. The whole family is sad about the current events but is trying to be optimistic and supportive. In fact, the kids recently even visited Julie in prison for a special occasion.
Chrisley Knows Best: Julie Gets Special Visitors For Her Birthday
USA Network star Julie Chrisley is serving 5 years at the Federal Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. She and her husband, Todd, are both in prison on account of evading taxes and committing fraud. And though they are having a tough time, their family is trying to support them. In fact, Savannah, Grayson, and Chloe recently visited Julie in prison for the star’s 51st birthday.
The Chrisley Knows Best star had to celebrate her 51st birthday in prison. But the family’s attorney, Alex Little, states Julie hopes it will be her “last birthday” in jail. She is hopeful she’ll spend the next one at home. However, her family was eagerly there to celebrate the day. Savannah had visited her mom in the institute with Grayson and Chloe. A source had told PEOPLE that the kids will be meeting their mom in prison.
Attorney Alex has praised Julie for being “strong” and “optimistic.” She hopes to get out soon. However, there is “no real update” about the appeal. The new appeal date is in April 2024. Alex explained the long process: “It’s like a Supreme Court arguing with different Judges.”
Savannah Chrisley has also been vocal about the hardships her parents are facing. The star said it was “harder” for Julie than for Todd. However, she is making an effort to be there for both her parents. And her recent prison for the Chrisley Knows Best star’s 51st birthday really highlights these efforts.
Chrisley Knows Best: Julie & Todd Facing Prison Hardships
As millionaires, Julie and Todd never had a shortage of anything. So obviously, the Chrisley Knows Best couple is finding it hard to adjust in prison. Todd has openly criticized prison life. He has also revealed pathetic living and food conditions in his interview with Brian Entin.
Julie hasn’t had it easy. Savannah has shared how her mother is “struggling being away from her kid.” According to her, Julie is also living in very hard conditions. She had to stay without heat in prison at 30F temperatures.
The pair is actively trying to draw attention to abysmal prison conditions. However, their fans still think it is their effort to keep the limelight on the family. Some have even called it a publicity stunt by the reality Tv stars. But Savannah and Todd have been adamant about highlighting these dreary conditions. Savannah had also gone so far as to share a whistle-blower’s letter from Todd’s prison. Stay tuned to TV Season & Spoilers for more Chrisley Knows best news.