During the time Todd and Julie Chrisley served their prison sentences, Savannah Chrisley quickly became the one to “steer the ship” at home. She received a lot of praise for stepping up to take care of Grayson and Chloe, keeping the family from completely falling apart. However, that strength has also come with heavy criticism, especially regarding how she treated her brother, Chase Chrisley.
Savannah – From Caretaker to Center of Criticism
It’s undeniable that Savannah played a huge role in holding the family together while her parents were gone. Yet, in the recent documentary, many viewers felt she had “turned her back” on Chase, even using him as an outlet for her frustrations and anger.
Some viewers went further, accusing Savannah of “brainwashing” Grayson and Chloe into believing her perspective while dismissing Chase’s side of the story. This sparked outrage online, with many fans claiming Savannah revealed her narcissistic and controlling tendencies.
Cracks Rooted in Todd and Julie’s Parenting
Whether Savannah is to blame or not, many believe the root of these conflicts lies in Todd Chrisley’s parenting style. For years, Todd frequently compared his children, often putting Savannah on a pedestal while leaving Chase to play catch-up. This created distance and a subtle rivalry between the siblings that seems to have carried into adulthood.
Chase – From “Victim” to Healing Journey
Amid the turmoil, Chase has emerged as a figure of sympathy. His decision to seek help and focus on recovery has earned widespread support from the public. Many fans see this as the most positive outcome to emerge from the family’s struggles.
What Are Fans Saying?
- A Reddit user wrote: “Savannah just wants to control everything. Instead of supporting Chase, she turned her back and made Grayson her ally.”
- On X (Twitter), many commented: “Savannah may be strong, but the way she treats Chase like a thorn in her side is truly disappointing.”
- One neutral fan added: “Savannah is under a huge amount of pressure. Maybe she just isn’t mature enough yet to realize that driving a wedge between siblings will only make things worse.”
- Others, however, defended her: “Without Savannah, Grayson and Chloe would’ve been completely lost. She’s not perfect, but at least she stepped up for the family.”
What’s Next for the Chrisleys?
Right now, opinions remain divided: some say Savannah did her best in an impossible situation, while others argue she took advantage of her role as the “stand-in parent” to control the family dynamic.
What fans hope for most isn’t finger-pointing, but rather seeing the Chrisley siblings repair their bond – and break free from the “golden child vs. forgotten child” dynamic that Todd and Julie unintentionally fostered.