Todd Chrisley’s Fiery Prison Showdown With ‘College Admissions Scandal’ Mastermind

Savannah’s dad made jaws drop on her “Unlocked” podcast. Just weeks after his May 2025 pardon, Todd Chrisley shared details of an explosive prison altercation. He squared off with William “Rick” Singer, the infamous orchestrator of the 2019 college admissions scandal that implicated celebrities like Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin.

The Threat Heard Around the Yard

Todd and Singer were both serving time at the Federal Prison Camp in Pensacola, Florida. After Singer allegedly spoke ill of Todd’s daughter Savannah, Todd confronted him directly:

“I will rip your head off and s‑‑‑ down your neck if you talk about my child again,” Todd warned.

He described calling Singer a “snitch” and issuing his fierce warning “months later,” after the insult to Savannah.

Consequences and Aftermath

Savannah claims the incident nearly got Todd Chrisley transferred to another facility. Despite the chaos, Todd said it didn’t lead to ongoing conflicts and affirmed it was the only real problem he faced inside .

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From Conviction to Pardon

  • In June 2022, Todd Chrisley (12 years) and wife Julie (7 years) were convicted of bank fraud and tax evasion. They began their sentences in January 2023.
  • Former President Donald Trump granted them full pardons in May 2025, leading to their release on May 28, 2025.

Life After Bars

Since returning home:

  • Todd’s focused on fitness and family reunions, joking about his “jacked” prison physique.
  • The couple plans a new Lifetime docuseries and may launch a spin-off about renovating a South Carolina mansion into a hotel.
  • Savannah remains an outspoken advocate for prison reform, a mission fuelled by her fight for her parents’ freedom.
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