Reality Star Claps Back at Her Father’s Old-Fashioned Marriage Timeline, Juggles Business Empire While Joking She Needs a Ferrari, Not Two Mules
NASHVILLE, TN – Savannah Chrisley is setting the record straight about her future, and it looks like it won’t be on the timeline her father, Todd Chrisley, might prefer. In a recent candid conversation, the Chrisley Knows Best alum faced a grilling from her dad about when she plans to walk down the aisle and start a family.
The lively exchange, characteristic of the Chrisley family dynamic, highlights the pressure young women face to hit traditional life milestones versus Savannah’s focus on building her current business empire and navigating her family’s recent legal challenges.
The ‘Social Security’ Standoff
Todd kicked off the discussion by pushing Savannah on whether she intends to marry before she starts collecting Social Security.
“Do you have a desire to get married at some point?” Todd asked. “Do you think that it will be before I draw Social Security?”
Savannah, ever the pragmatist, was non-committal. “I mean, yeah, eventually,” she responded, suggesting she’s in no rush to meet her father’s deadline.
The patriarch didn’t stop there, joking that if she waits “that damn long,” she shouldn’t bother getting married at all. Todd’s playful, yet firm, stance focused on ensuring his daughter marries someone financially stable.
Savannah, however, maintained a surprisingly laid-back attitude toward life’s big milestones. When asked about her exact timeline for marriage and children, the 28-year-old was clear: “I don’t know when I’m getting married or having children.”
She even quipped that her future husband—or even her future children—might end up on Social Security, too, before shrugging it off with her mantra: “Whatever happens is gonna happen, okay?”
🐴 From Mules to a Maranello
The conversation took a historical, and hysterical, turn when Todd dramatically lamented how in “the 1800s,” he could have married her off for “the promise of two mules and a wagon.”
Savannah’s response? A resounding rejection of the old ways—and a modern upgrade to the dowry.
“Two mules and a wagon?” she fired back. “I need to see a Ferrari. If that can be a mule, then maybe we’ll talk.”
Todd attempted one last time to gain some control over the situation, suggesting that he and his wife should “pick out” who Savannah should be with. However, Savannah quickly shut that down, affirming her independence in choosing her own path.
💔 Major Love Lessons: Broken Engagement and Recent Split
Savannah’s hesitancy to commit to marriage likely stems from her challenging and public past relationship experiences.
- Canceled Engagement: Her most prominent relationship was with former hockey player Nic Kerdiles. The two started dating in late 2017 and got engaged in 2019. However, they called off the wedding and ended their engagement in 2020. Following Nic’s sudden death in 2023, Savannah expressed deep heartbreak and regret over things she had said publicly, indicating the profound impact that relationship had on her life.
- Recent Relationship: More recently, Savannah dated Robert Shiver starting in August 2023. The couple discussed marriage and even visited a fertility doctor to plan for children. However, the relationship ended in March 2024. Savannah herself shared on her podcast that she learned a crucial lesson from this experience: “I’m learning to give myself more grace and not date men who are not officially divorced anymore.”
Savannah Chrisley and ex-boyfriend Nic Kerdiles
These experiences have clearly shaped Savannah’s current perspective: “I feel like I just need to be alone for a while,” she shared, emphasizing the need for time to heal and clearly define what she wants in a future relationship.
Savannah Chrisley and ex-boyfriend Robert Shiver
👑 Beyond the Aisle: Savannah’s Growing Empire
Savannah’s focus on her career gives context to her laid-back approach to marriage. Since the conclusion of her family’s reality show, the businesswoman has been heavily dedicated to her various ventures.
- Podcast Host: Savannah continues to host her popular podcast, Unlocked with Savannah Chrisley, where she frequently offers raw and unfiltered insights into her life, family, and faith. The platform has become her primary voice to connect with fans.
- SASSY by Savannah: Her makeup and beauty brand, SASSY by Savannah, remains a key priority, further cementing her status as an entrepreneur outside of her reality TV fame.
- Caregiver Role: On a personal level, Savannah has taken on the significant responsibility of caring for her younger brother, Grayson, and niece, Chloe, adding a serious layer of maturity and focus to her life that takes precedence over dating.
Unlocked with Savannah Chrisley
The exchange perfectly captures the dynamic between the traditional father and his independent, modern daughter. While Todd clearly wants to see his daughter settled, Savannah is charting her own path, focused on business and family responsibilities, and is in no rush to hit any arbitrary milestones—unless a certain Italian sports car is involved.
SASSY by Savannah
For now, fans will have to wait for the wedding bells, as Savannah Chrisley is charting her own path, far away from her dad’s retirement schedule.