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Todd Chrisley Voices Concerns Over Daughter Savannah's Appearance on "The View"
3/6/2026, 12:57:38 AM
Todd Chrisley's Initial Hesitations
Todd Chrisley expressed reservations about his daughter Savannah Chrisley's guest hosting role on "The View," which took place from February 16 to February 20, 2026, during Alyssa Farah Griffin's maternity leave. On the March 4 episode of the "Chrisley Confessions 2.0" podcast, Todd admitted, “I did not want her to do it,” although he later acknowledged that “hesitant” might not be the right term. He praised Savannah's appearance, stating, “My daughter was so pretty today on The View.”
Experiences on "The View"
During her time on the show, Savannah engaged in discussions that included defending President Donald Trump against accusations of racism, which led to tense exchanges with co-host Sunny Hostin. Despite the on-air tensions, Savannah later described her experience positively, noting that she initially thought Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar would be difficult to work with but ended up enjoying her interactions with them. She remarked, “I had a blast” with her co-hosts, even joking about past criticisms from Behar regarding her parents' legal issues.
Todd Chrisley's Observations
Todd Chrisley characterized the atmosphere on "The View" as complex. He noted that while Goldberg and Sara Haines were respectful, he found Joy Behar to be dismissive and observed that Hostin gave “a little side-eye.” He emphasized that he would not engage in negative commentary about the hosts, stating, “I’m just not going to get down in the gutter and talk about these women.” Todd also highlighted the importance of respectful discourse, saying, “I need you to be respectful of the fact that I don't believe the way you believe.”
Julie Chrisley's Perspective
Julie Chrisley supported the notion that Savannah's experience on "The View" was beneficial for her growth. She stated, “We grow in those moments that are hard,” reinforcing the idea that exposure to differing viewpoints is essential for personal development. Todd echoed this sentiment but added that it can be challenging to communicate effectively in an environment where opposing views are not welcomed.
Conclusion and Future Prospects
Overall, Todd and Julie Chrisley expressed pride in Savannah's performance on "The View," with Todd noting, “To watch my daughter... shine... that’s a blessing.” While Savannah's future appearances on the show remain uncertain, her positive reflections on the experience suggest she may be open to returning, with her parents' support likely intact.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I did not want her to do it.” — Todd Chrisley, Reality TV Star
- “Whoopi and Joy were gonna be a pain in my ass.” — Savannah Chrisley, Guest Host
- “We grow in those moments that are hard.” — Julie Chrisley, Reality TV Star
- “To see the joy in her life and in her eyes.” — Todd Chrisley, Reality TV Star
