Michael Todd Chrisley (born April 6, 1969) is an American reality television personality and real estate entrepreneur. He is known as the patriarch of Chrisley Knows Best, a reality television series that aired on the USA Network from 2014 to 2023.
The show documented Chrisley's family life in Georgia and Tennessee. Chrisley is known for his flamboyant personality, humor, and strict parenting style, which became central themes in his television persona.
Todd and Julie Chrisley faced multiple legal challenges over the years. In August 2019, they were indicted on charges of tax evasion and conspiracy to commit bank fraud.
Prosecutors alleged that the couple submitted falsified financial documents to secure millions of dollars in loans.
In June 2022, they were convicted on federal charges of tax evasion and bank fraud. Todd was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison, and Julie received a 7-year sentence.
On May 27, 2025, President Donald Trump told the Chrisleys’ adult children during a publicly released phone call that he intended to grant full presidential pardons to both Todd and Julie Chrisley,
On May 27, 2025, the press reported that President Donald Trump had signed paperwork giving full pardons to the couple.
Todd Chrisley married Julie Hughes in 1996. The couple had three children together. Todd also has two children from a previous marriage.