Todd Chrisley Forcefully Denies Male Affair Allegations

The air crackled with defiance as Todd Chrisley, freshly pardoned from prison, unleashed a scorching denial about his alleged affair with former business partner Mark Braddock. On Kandi Burruss’ Speak On It podcast this week, the Chrisley Knows Best star didn’t hold back: “I ain’t that small spoon at Baskin-Robbins. I’m the whole scoop.” His graphic rebuttal marks the latest volley in a years-long battle over claims that nearly overshadowed his federal fraud conviction.

Why Did Todd Chrisley Call the Affair Allegations “Insulting”?

Chrisley’s outrage stems from Braddock’s 2022 trial testimony, where he claimed a year-long intimate relationship with the reality star in the early 2000s. During the podcast, Chrisley framed the accusations as laughable, crudely suggesting Braddock would’ve sought more encounters if they’d truly been involved. This wasn’t his first fiery rebuttal: In January 2023, he railed against the claims on his Chrisley Confessions podcast, calling Braddock “a toad” and “someone that looks like a thumb.”

“What hurt me most,” Chrisley emphasized, “was being accused of an affair with someone like him.” He added he’d be less embarrassed if A-listers like George Clooney had made similar claims. The insults highlight a deeply personal feud that began when Braddock, Chrisley’s former employee at Chrisley Asset Management, turned whistleblower. Braddock testified that after their alleged affair ended, anonymous texts threatened to expose both their financial crimes and personal history—leading him to give Chrisley $38,000 for blackmail payments.

How Did Braddock’s Testimony Impact the Chrisleys’ Fraud Case?

Braddock’s testimony became a pivotal moment in the couple’s 2022 trial. He detailed not just the affair but a pattern of bank fraud and tax evasion, alleging Chrisley used company funds for luxury purchases. Defense attorney Bruce Morris painted Braddock as “obsessed” with Chrisley, arguing he fabricated stories out of jealousy. Despite Morris’s aggressive cross-examination, Braddock’s account—combined with financial evidence—sealed the Chrisleys’ conviction.

The couple received combined sentences of 12 years for bank fraud and tax evasion before their controversial May 2025 pardon by former President Trump. Legal analysts note the affair allegations resurfaced precisely as Todd rebuilds his public image post-prison. Dr. Elena Martinez, a celebrity crisis PR expert (via Forbes, August 2025), observes: “Denials this visceral aim to shame accusers and rally fan loyalty—but they risk prolonging the scandal.”

Chrisley’s blistering podcast denial underscores his determination to control the narrative post-pardon. Yet with Braddock standing by his testimony and no libel suits filed, the truth remains contested. As reality TV fans dissect every word, one thing’s clear: the Chrisley saga is far from over. For ongoing updates, follow our entertainment desk.

Must Know

Q: Who accused Todd Chrisley of having an affair?
A: Mark Braddock, his ex-business partner, testified under oath in 2022 about a year-long affair. Chrisley calls the claims “a vicious lie.”

Q: What evidence supports Braddock’s Todd Chrisley affair claims?
A: Braddock cited text messages and financial transactions, including $38,000 he gave Chrisley for alleged blackmail payments. No physical evidence was presented.

Q: Were Todd and Julie Chrisley pardoned for their fraud convictions?
A: Yes. Former President Trump pardoned them in May 2025 after they served 18 months of their 12-year sentence.

Q: How did Chrisley describe Braddock during his denials?
A: He called him “a toad” and “someone that looks like a thumb,” insisting the allegations insulted his judgment.

Sources: Forbes (August 2025), Federal Trial Transcripts (2022), Speak On It podcast (August 2025), Chrisley Confessions (January 2023).