Grayson Chrisley isn't that same kid you remember from the early seasons of Chrisley Knows Best. You know, the one with the bowl cut who was always getting teased by his dad? He’s basically a different person now.
Life comes at you fast. For Grayson, it came in the form of a 2 a.m. phone call, a massive federal trial, and two years where he had to treat his older sister like his mother. But honestly, if you look at Grayson Chrisley today, the story isn't just about the "prison kid" anymore. It’s about a 19-year-old kid at the University of Alabama trying to figure out if he can ever just be... normal.
The Pardon That Changed Everything
May 2025 was a fever dream for the Chrisley family. Most people expected Todd and Julie to serve their full decade-plus sentences, but the political winds shifted. When Donald Trump issued those full presidential pardons, the world watched Savannah and Grayson race to separate states—Savannah to Florida for Todd, and Grayson to Kentucky to pick up Julie.
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It was intense.
Imagine being 19 and driving your mom home from a federal medical center after years of only seeing her through glass or in a crowded visiting room. On their first night back in Tennessee, Grayson actually asked to sleep in his parents' room. He told them he was terrified he’d wake up and find out it was all a dream. That’s the side of "reality TV" people don't see—the actual trauma that sticks around long after the cameras are off.
College Life and "Magna Cum Chrisley"
If you're looking for where Grayson is physically, he's in Tuscaloosa. He started at the University of Alabama in January 2025, originally while his parents were still behind bars.
He's not just coasting on his name, either. He actually made the Dean’s List during his first semester. Todd even joked on social media that he’s on track to graduate "Magna Cum Chrisley." He’s majoring in Business with a minor in Sports Management. Why? Because he wants to be a sports agent. He’s already got an internship lined up with WME’s sports division, working under Lee White.
He’s tall now, too. Like, 6-foot-tall. He’s officially the tallest sibling, which he probably loves rubbing in Chase’s face.
Dealing With the Aftermath
It hasn't been all Dean's Lists and football games. There’s still a lot of mess.
- The Lawsuit: There is still that lingering 2024 lawsuit from his 2022 car accident. A guy named Patrick Rykwalder sued the whole family for $750,000, claiming Grayson was a "distracted driver."
- The New Show: The family is back on TV with The Chrisleys: Back to Reality. Grayson is part of it, but you can tell he’s more guarded.
- The Sibling Bond: Savannah was his legal guardian for two years. He calls her his "second mom." That kind of bond doesn't just go away because the "real" parents are back.
A New Kind of Relationship
He’s also not single. In August 2025, he went public with Skylar Ehlinger. She’s also at Bama and into sports media. They seem pretty normal, or as normal as you can be when your parents were just in the national news for a presidential pardon. She’s been spotted at Alabama games with the whole Chrisley crew, including Todd and Julie.
Honestly, it’s kinda wild to see. One year he’s visiting prison, the next he’s posting couple photos at a tailgate.
What's Next for Grayson?
Grayson Chrisley today is a case study in resilience. Most kids would have crumbled under that much public pressure. Instead, he’s in therapy every week—Savannah has been super open about that—and he’s focused on a career that doesn't necessarily require him to be a "character" on a reality show forever.
If you're following his journey, keep an eye on his sports management path. He seems determined to build a brand that isn't just "Todd's son." He's working, he's studying, and he's finally got his parents back in the house.
To keep up with Grayson's specific career moves, you should follow his updates on his sister's podcast, Unlocked with Savannah Chrisley, where he's usually the most honest. You can also track his professional progress through WME's public internship announcements if you're curious about his transition into the sports agent world. Underneath the TV glitz, he's just a guy trying to finish his degree without another "incident" hitting the tabloids.
Actionable Insights for Fans
- Watch the New Series: Check out The Chrisleys: Back to Reality on Lifetime to see how he's handling his parents' return.
- Monitor the Internship: Keep an eye on WME Sports; if he successfully transitions into an agent role, he'll be one of the few reality stars to pivot into a high-level corporate career.
- Listen to the Podcast: Unlocked remains the best source for "unfiltered" Grayson, as he tends to be more candid there than on the scripted shows.