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A reality TV star and a convicted criminal are two things Julie Chrisley probably never thought she would be. But if there’s one thing we all know, it’s that life has an interesting way of panning out. Chrisley rose to fame in the early 2010s when she and her family became the stars of a reality TV series called Chrisley Knows Best. Although her time in the spotlight came with lots of benefits, it also led to her and her husband getting into some legal trouble. Recently, Julie and her husband, Todd, were found guilty of criminal charges relating to fraud. They are both facing up to thirty years behind bars. Keep reading to learn 10 things you didn’t know about Julie Chrisley.
1. She’s From South Carolina
If you’ve ever seen Chrisley Knows Best, then you’re probably aware of the fact that the show takes place in Georgia. However, what you may not know is that Julie is originally from South Carolina. She is the daughter of a Baptist minister, and she is very proud of her southern roots.
2. She’s a Brand Ambassador
The success of Chrisley Knows Best has turned Julie into a bonafide reality TV star. Her popularity extends to social media, where she has nearly 1 million followers on Instagram. Her large audience has made her an attractive partner for brands who are looking to market their products. She has been an ambassador for a variety of companies, including NutriSystem. However, in light of her recent legal troubles, she may lose some of these partnerships.
3. Her Mother Was a Beauty Queen
Pageants are very popular in the United States, but that is especially true in the southern part of the country. Julie’s mother, Pam, won the Miss South Carolina pageant several years ago. At one point in time, Julie also claimed to be a former pageant queen, although that wasn’t true.
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4. Julie Chrisley is a Cancer Survivor
Julie has been able to experience lots of great things in her life, but she’s also had to deal with her fair share of ups and downs. In 2012, she was diagnosed with breast cancer, but she was fortunate to beat the disease after undergoing a double mastectomy. Fortunately, Todd stayed by her side the entire time and stepped up to care for her.
5. She Isn’t Afraid to Speak Her Mind
Julie Chrisley may not be someone that people would think of as an activist, but she has definitely used her platform to speak out on important things to her. She has shown her support for the fight to end racism. As the wife of a pastor, it goes without saying that she’s also shared quite a bit of content relating to faith and religion.
6. She’s All About Positivity
Since being thrust into the public eye, Julie has always been the kind of person who does her best to promote positivity. Not only does she do this in her own life, but she also hopes to spread that energy to others. Hopefully, she’ll be able to maintain that positive attitude with all of the legal trouble that she’s facing.
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7. She Is 49 Years Old
We’ve all heard the phrase that “age ain’t nothin’ but a number,” but people are always interested in knowing how old (or young) other people are. Julie Chrisley was born in January of 1973 which means that she is currently 49 years old. She will be turning 50 in January of 2023.
8. People Really Like Her Feet
Julie’s face has become pretty recognizable since starting her journey in reality TV, but that isn’t the only thing about her that has gotten lots of attention. Apparently, there are quite a few people on the internet who love Julie Chrisley’s feet. Her feet have earned a four-star rating on an online database of celebrity feet called Wikifeet.
9. She Likes to Cook
After a long day, the last thing lots of people want to do is spend time in the kitchen. That’s because to a lot of people, cooking is nothing more than a necessary chore. However, that isn’t how Julie Chrisley feels. She loves cooking, and she looks forward to being able to spend time in the kitchen whenever she can.
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10. She Was Married Before Todd
Todd and Julie Chrisley have become one of the most well-known couples in reality TV. However, what some people may not know is that they both have been married before. Prior to meeting each other, they had both been married to their respective high school sweethearts. Todd also has two children with his first wife.