Did you know that Todd Chrisley's former business partner recently alleged to having an affair
with the TV star?
So, curious to know who this person is?
And what does Chrisley have to say about the allegation?
Keep watching to find out.
Todd Chrisley and his wife Julie Chrisley were slammed with a slew of serious charges
back in August 2019, and now they have some explaining to do.
The Chrisley's were indicted on several counts of tax evasion and conspiracy, as well as
bank and wire fraud.
Although they claimed they were innocent, the two are now battling it out in a federal
trial in Atlanta.
In September 2021, Todd revealed he was "unfairly targeted" after Atlanta's Office of the Inspector
General released a report that uncovered the Georgia Department of Revenue "misused funds
seized in asset forfeiture."
Todd said in a statement:
"We are grateful that the truth is finally coming out and this is just the beginning.
We stand in our faith and have always believed that the truth would prevail.
God is the greatest healer and revealer."
While the findings did appear to be a small break in the case, that didn't mean Todd and
Julie were off the hook just yet.
The couple is currently on trial and shocking new allegations against Todd revealed some
intimate details about his personal life in court.
In addition to evading millions of dollars in Georgia state taxes, it has now come out
that Todd Chrisley allegedly had an affair with a man in the early 2000s, despite being
married to his wife Julie Chrisley since 1996.
Mark Braddock — Todd's former business partner — testified in court that he and the reality
star had a romantic relationship for a year.
After they called it off, Braddock said he and Chrisley decided to remain friends and
formed what he described as a "brotherhood."
"You know, when you get married, marriage is supposed to be forever.
And anytime a third party gets involved, it's not a good thing."
Braddock used to work for Todd's company, Chrisley Asset Management, and during that
time, the two started to receive anonymous text messages from someone asking for money
or else they would out the men for having an affair.
It's unclear who was behind the texts, but Todd and Braddock's secret romance ultimately
cost them $38,000 in cash.
This came after the former employee admitted in court that they paid the blackmailer off
just so they wouldn't risk exposure.
During a 2017 radio interview on The Domenick Nati Show, Todd addressed the rumors about
his sexuality, saying,
"I'm flattered that people think I can get laid on both ends."
"So, that doesn't bother me."
Mark Braddock testified in court that he played a vital role in helping Todd and Julie Chrisley
in committing fraud by falsifying documents and even went as far as impersonating the
reality star.
Braddock also revealed that when his affair with the Chrisley Knows Best star ended, things
went sour.
The disgruntled employee became angry that his alleged former lover fired him and, as
a result, he decided to seek revenge.
Braddock admitted in court that he was the one who gave information to the FBI about
the Chrisleys illegal activities.
According to WSB-TV, the Chrisley's were also accused of stashing away millions of dollars
so they could avoid a hefty tax bill.
In September 2021, Todd shared on social media that he remains innocent and claimed other
people were responsible for the situation, writing on Instagram,
"So much more is still to come about how this entire tax situation came about [...] We stand
stead fast in our faith and look forward to every dirty deed being exposed with more truth
than anyone could ever imagine."
Todd Chrisley and his wife Julie Chrisley have been together for more than two decades
and have dealt with a lot in their marriage.
Julie was diagnosed with breast cancer, which absolutely devastated her husband and their
three children.
While Julie's experience was horrifying, she did, however, praise her husband for helping
her every step of the way while she was battling the disease.
During an interview with The Tennessean, Julie had this to say:
"I truly believe that moment took our relationship to a whole new level."
Julie also credits Todd for encouraging her to get a mammogram, adding,
"I did it to appease him so he would shut up and leave me alone."
Thankfully, together they were able to weather the storm.
And, with the Chrisley's latest legal issues, Julie has kept her feet on the ground, proving
that no matter what life throws at them, they have each other.
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