Savannah Chrisley defends marriage to convicted fraudster Galanis
Reality star posts faith-focused message after revealing secret July wedding to man Trump pardoned from 14-year sentence.
What to know
- Savannah Chrisley, 29, married and is pregnant by Jason Galanis, 56, a convicted fraudster who defrauded a Native American tribe and investors; they secretly wed in July.
- Galanis was sentenced to over 14 years in prison in 2020 but had his sentence commuted by Trump in March 2025.
- Chrisley defended the relationship through faith-based messaging, claiming she does not need to justify what God has ordained despite criticism of their age gap and his criminal past.
“My heart is full. My blessings are immeasurable. And my faith is stronger than any storm this world could ever bring. Because at the end of the day, hate will never have the final word. JESUS WILL. And LOVE ALWAYS WINS.”
Savannah Chrisley · NY Post ↗
Savannah Chrisley Reality star, podcasterJason Galanis Convicted fraudster, Chrisley's husband
President Donald Trump U.S. President
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Chrisley posts faith-focused message defending relationship amid criticism
Posting to her Instagram Story from Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Chrisley reflected on the "whirlwind" week and responded to criticism of her engagement and marriage. She wrote about not needing to defend what God has ordained and emphasized faith, grace, and choosing love over hate.
“Sometimes the greatest act of faith is simply being still, choosing love when you're met with hate, extending grace when none is given…”
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Secret marriage to Galanis uncovered, conducted July 14 in Cayman Islands — Coverage revealed that Chrisley and Galanis secretly tied the knot on July 14 at a Baptist church in the Cayman Islands, months before publicly announcing their engagement and pregnancy.
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Savannah Chrisley announces pregnancy and engagement to Jason Galanis — The "Chrisley Knows Best" alum posted an Instagram video announcing she was pregnant and engaged. It was subsequently revealed that her fiancé is convicted fraudster Jason Galanis, 56, who was sentenced to more than 14 years in prison in September 2020 for his role in schemes that defrauded a Native American tribe and investors out of tens of millions of dollars.
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