Savannah Chrisley Opens Up About The Seriously Dark Place She Has Been In Amid Parents' Legal Drama
The following article includes discussions of suicidal ideation.
Savannah Chrisley is known for her appearances on the USA network reality television shows "Chrisley Knows Best," and "Growing Up Chrisley," on which she stars alongside her parents, Julie and Todd Chrisley. Following the guilty verdict both of her parents received related to charges of fraud and tax evasion, things haven't been easy for the Chrisleys — especially since Julie and Todd are now facing up to 30 years in prison (via People).
On the first episode of her new podcast, "Unlocked," Savannah opened up about how her parents' legal troubles have affected her. The episode is titled, "Lord Knows I Don't Need to Get Sued," suggesting Savannah had information to share about the drama surrounding her family. As the episode played out, Savannah delved even deeper — revealing more about her mental health. And as it turns out, she's been in a dark place amid her parents' legal drama.
Savannah Chrisley has dealt with issues related to her mental health
Roughly 15 minutes into the first episode of "Unlocked," Savannah Chrisley shared that she has faced difficulties of her own amid the attention on her parents, Julie and Todd Chrisley. "This past year, I mean, we've had my family's whole legal fiasco publicized to the entire world. And that's been really, really hard for me. I'm almost positive September is Suicide Awareness month, and I have personally dealt with that myself," she said. "I'm not quite sure that's something I'm comfortable in speaking about yet. I maybe will get to that point and talk to you about my own personal journey with it, but it is a real thing" (per "Unlocked").
Although Savannah said she would not elaborate on her mental health, she did mention the role of the media in exacerbating the situation. "And with all my parents' legal drama going on and the hatred from the media in putting their truth out there versus what the real truth is, has been really hard on me and my mental health. And I have had those thoughts ... and that's the really hard part," she said on "Unlocked."
To tell their side of the story for themselves, Savannah additionally shared that she would have both her parents as guests on "Unlocked," where they will also discuss the legal system in the United States, in the future. Julie and Todd also host a podcast titled "Chrisley Confessions" (via Apple Podcasts).
If you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988 or by calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255).