Kandi Burruss Reveals She Wrote a Letter of Support for T…

Kandi Burruss says her friendship with Todd Chrisley predates the headlines—and it didn’t waver during his legal fight.

Appearing on the Aug. 13 episode of the Chrisleys’ rebooted podcast, the Real Housewives of Atlanta alum shared that she quietly advocated for him with a supportive letter that she wrote to the judge before his sentencing.

“We were constantly communicating, and I even sent a letter for you,” she told Todd, who answered, “To the judge, that’s right.”

The appearance comes after a significant turn in the Chrisley case. According to the Department of Justice, Todd and Julie Chrisley were convicted in 2022 on bank fraud and tax evasion charges after a 2019 indictment and reported to federal prison in January 2023. They received full presidential pardons in late May 2025 and were released shortly after.

Burruss framed the relationship as one built on loyalty rather than politics or identity. As she put it, people often try to read motives into friendships, but she believes support shouldn’t hinge on “race” or “political affiliation.” (Although neither party declared their political affiliation, Burruss’s comment implied that they are not “on the same side.”)

Her message on the podcast echoed that stance: if she considers someone a friend, she intends to “have your back.”

Burruss also acknowledged that she didn’t need every case detail to extend support, emphasizing that her priority was wishing “what’s best” for a longtime friend and celebrating his return home. Todd, for his part, thanked her and admitted he felt bad seeing a friend catch criticism for publicly backing him.

On the same podcast episode, the couple reflected on their time behind bars, contrasting their experiences and adjusting to life post-release. The show—now billed as Chrisley Confessions 2.0—has become the family’s primary platform for addressing the case, their reunion, and reactions across their fan base.