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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Todd and Julie Chrisley can thank their daughter Savannah Chrisley and advocate Alice Johnson for their pardons
President Donald Trump may have pardoned Todd and Julie Chrisley, but there were two other people who were instrumental in making it happen. The reality show couple, who were convicted in 2022 of defraud and tax crimes, learned on Tuesday that they would be receiving full pardons from the president. It happened after months of advocacy by their daughter, Savannah Chrisley, and Alice Johnson, a first-time nonviolent drug offender whose life sentence was commuted by Trump in 2018 after Kim Kardashian took up her clemency mission. For years, the younger Chrisley has been using social media and her 'Unlocked' podcast to keep her parents' case in the headlines, expressing concern about the living conditions where they were each incarcerated. During Thanksgiving 2023 Savannah Chrisley shared a video in which she explained that while she had not been planning for a holiday, that changed. 'I am freaking out! As you know, we are spending Thanksgiving a little different this year, because I wasn't going to fake it. I wasn't going to do the traditional Thanksgiving we're always used to,' she said emotionally as the gospel song 'Goodness of God' by CeCe Winans played. 'But I got a call this morning and the appeals court has granted our oral arguments. So, I literally was sobbing.' At the time, Todd Chrisley had been serving a 12-year sentence at the Federal Prison Camp (FPC) in Pensacola, Florida, while Julie Chrisley was sentenced to seven years and was sent to the Federal Medical Center (FMC) Lexington in Lexington, Kentucky. Though their appeal was not successful, their daughter didn't stop pushing for their release. A vocal supporter of Trump on her social platforms, Chrisley said she requested a pardon for her parents from the president earlier this year and rallied support during an appearance at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in February. She's had some assistance in her cause by Johnson. On Tuesday, Johnson, whom Trump has referred to as his 'pardon czar,' was in the Oval Office when he called Savannah Chrisley to let her know he was pardoning her parents. Their conversation was shared on social media by Trump adviser Margo Martin. Johnson was shown clapping softly as Trump spoke with Chrisley. 'It's a great thing because your parents are going to be free and clean, and hopefully we can do it by tomorrow,' Trump said. 'Give them my regards and wish them well. Wish them a good life.' Todd and Julie Chrisley have been married since 1996. Their USA Network reality series, 'Chrisley Knows Best,' debuted in 2014 and revolved around their family life as wealthy entrepreneurs with homes in both Georgia and Tennessee. They were found guilty of conspiracy to defraud banks out of more than $30 million in fraudulent loans and convicted of several tax crimes, including attempting to defraud the Internal Revenue Service. The Chrisleys have maintained their innocence throughout. Their daughter has said she'll continue to advocate for judicial reform. 'Even after my parents come home,' Chrisley said on her podcast, 'I will continue to fight for justice for those who can't fight for themselves.'
Hans India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Miss World 2025 Talent Finale: A Dazzling Display of Global Grace, Passion & Power
The Miss World 2025 Talent Finale was nothing short of magical- a rich tapestry of emotion, heritage, and heart told through song, dance, poetry, and performance. Held in the host nation India, the evening was a global celebration of individuality and cultural pride, leaving the audience both awed and deeply moved. Indonesia emerged as the winner with a beautifully curated performance that combined piano and dance. Starting at the age of four, she's always considered piano her closest friend and her medley of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, traditional Balinese melodies, salsa, samba, and Golden Hour showcased not just her range, but also her soul. She truly embodied the theme of 'unity in motion.' The first runner-up, Cameroon, performed a stirring rendition of Goodness of God. Raised in faith by her mother, she used the stage to express gratitude and grace; her voice resonating with strength and sincerity. Italy, who returned to ballet after years away, delivered an elegant and poised routine that earned her the second runner-up spot and massive audience appreciation. Though India didn't place in the top three, she certainly left a mark. Performing Garba, a traditional dance celebrating community, rhythm, and devotion, she lit up the stage with her energy. 'I twirl and clap for the love of my roots,' she said and that love was felt deeply. As the host nation's representative, she had the special honor of closing the night, wrapping up the show on a high, festive note that had the crowd cheering and clapping along. Each performance throughout the evening told a personal story: Nigeria dedicated her dynamic Indo-African drum performance to her late mother, whom she lost at age 2. Her act, titled Unity in Motion, ushered in a spirit of royalty and remembrance. Estonia brought hip-hop cheer with energy, reflecting her journey from gymnastics to competitive dance, missing her team but channeling their spirit. Brazil's heartfelt performance of Memory from Cats reminded everyone to live in the moment, as 'in the end, it will all be memory.' The Netherlands stunned with an AV-led visual act that reflected her passion for ice skating, something she's pursued since age 4 at the international level. Germany played piano with deep emotion, inspired by her mother who began her own musical journey at 40; proving it's never too late to follow passion. Wales delivered a poignant spoken-word poem on cardiac arrest awareness, drawn from her grandparents' real-life stories. Jamaica's powerful version of Many Rivers to Cross channeled her resilience after surviving domestic violence. Kenya, as a DJ and dancer, transformed the space into a celebration of movement and youthful joy. Ethiopia spoke to the experience of being a woman in a man's world, saying, 'We are the spice and the colour,' as she brought fire and fearlessness to the floor. Philippines gave an emotional performance of What Is Wrong With Me?, a song requested by her family while embodying a water princess, despite her real-life fear of water. Czech Republic, Ireland, Cayman Islands and Argentina each brought their own blend of personal history, family connection, and cultural storytelling to their piano pieces, songs, and dance medleys. From Sri Lanka's traditional dance in an outfit handmade by her mother in a single day to Trinidad & Tobago's graceful aerial act challenging gender norms; the night celebrated the resilience and brilliance of women worldwide. Each act, whether polished or raw, was a reminder: Talent isn't just skill - it's story, spirit, and sincerity. And in that sense, every single woman on that stage was a winner. The Miss World 2025 Talent Finale didn't just entertain, it connected. Through loss and love, hope and healing, tradition and transformation- it was a night to remember, and a celebration of what unites us all: human expression.
