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Todd Chrisley Devastated Ahead of First Thanksgiving in Prison on November 22, 2023 at 2:32 am The Hollywood Gossip

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Thanksgiving isn’t the same without family. That’s something that Todd Chrisley knows best. Or is about to.

Even though Chrisley believes that God put him in prison for a reason, that doesn’t mean that it isn’t miserable.

This Thursday, as hundreds of millions of Americans gather with loved ones, he won’t.

But his prison does offer something special for the holiday.

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Todd Chrisley reacts in shock here during a scene on his terrible reality show. (Image Credit: USA)

TMZ spoke to Jay Surgent, who is Todd Chrisley’s attorney.

Todd Chrisley will not get to celebrate Thanksgiving in any meaningful way this week.

He is behind bars. His wife, Julie Chrisley, is behind bars — different bars, no less. And no, he cannot simply have his entire family (or even just his kids) sit down for visiting hours and throw an awkward, supervised Thanksgiving.

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Julie and Todd Chrisley broke the law. They lied to the government about their finances. (Photo Credit: Mike Windle/NBCUniversal via Getty Images)

Chrisley is unsurprisingly unhappy about this.

In part because it’s his first Thanksgiving while he’s incarcerated. And also in part because it’s only his first Thanksgiving while incarcerated.

It’s not like it’s going to get easier from here on out.

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We can’t believe USA is airing a new season of Chrisley Knows Best. The stars are headed to jail! (Image Credit: USA)

The good news is that Savannah Chrisley plans to visit both Todd and Julie — separately, of course — at some point over the extended holiday break.

But this will be a far cry from their usual Thanksgiving traditions.

Both Todd and Julie have had their sentences reduced …. but only by, at most, a couple of years. Todd’s still looking at spending the next decade behind bars, with Julie facing a substantial sentence herself.

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Kyle Chrisley is pictured here with his dad, Todd, and stepmom, Julie. They are both in prison. (Photo Credit: Instagram)

FPC Pensacola is reportedly planning to serve up a Thanksgiving spread for Todd and other inmates. It won’t be anything like an actual holiday meal, but it’s something.

(And this is an improvement; earlier this week, reports said that the prison hadn’t decided whether to offer Thanksgiving dishes or not)

Meanwhile, Julie Chrisley is set to receive a spread of Thanksgiving dishes at FMC Lexington. Whether these feel like a small comfort or a total mockery may be up to the inmates themselves.

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Todd Chrisley doesn’t look too bothered by anything in this scene from his reality show. (Image Credit: USA)

Meanwhile, Surgent (Todd’s attorney) shared that they are continuing to explore legal strategies to help get him out of prison and home sooner.

Their next court date is in March. At this time, his legal time will still attempt to reverse his conviction.

That’s probably a longshot. But given that the Chrisleys are behind bars for financial crimes with no direct victims … their current sentences are absolutely egregious.

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Todd and Julie Chrisley are GUILTY. They’ll be spending many years in prison as a result. (Image Credit: USA)

We’ve discussed this before. Todd and Julie are clearly not good people. In particular, Todd is a despicable person and a terrible father.

When rich people conceal their wealth, it does create a burden on taxpayers. They continue to reap the benefits of American citizenship to their fullest without paying their fair share.

But Todd and Julie are, like, dentist-rich. They’re not business tycoons or scions of vast fortunes. They’re single-digit millionaires. These lengthy sentences seem nothing short of grotesque.

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Faye Chrisley, Chloe Chrisley, Savannah Chrisley, Julie Chrisley, Chase Chrisley (L-R Back row) Grayson Chrisley, Todd Chrisley and Nic Kerdiles pose during a personal appearance by Savannah Chrisley at Belk at Cool Springs Galleria Mall on November 05, 2019. (Photo Credit: Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for Rampage)

On the positive side, both Chrisleys — and their adult children — have been raising the alarm about conditions behind bars. Yes, even at “nice” federal, white collar facilities.

One can judge a society by how they treat their children, their elders, their disabled … and, yes, by how they treat their prisoners.

Many people who are behind bars are fully innocent, or violated laws while doing nothing morally wrong or harmful. But even if every single person behind bars deserved to be there, they would still be people.

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Julie Chrisley and Todd Chrisley attend the grand opening of E3 Chophouse Nashville on November 20, 2019. (Getty Images)

So yes, there are standards for how society should treat them. (Plus, you know, better treatment means people more likely to participate in society in a healthy way after release)

And look, we know — we know — that Todd and Julie are unsympathetic victims of our nation’s carceral system. But that doesn’t mean that their sentences are reasonable or just.

This isn’t about whether you feel sorry for them. Or about whether they eat turkey or cranberry sauce this Thursday. There are a lot of much more sympathetic victims experiencing dehumanization and ongoing trauma over minor, victimless crimes. America’s taxpayers are funding it. Maybe not Todd and Julie’s so much, but other people’s. Is that the nation that we want?

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Todd Chrisley Devastated Ahead of First Thanksgiving in Prison was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.

Thanksgiving isn’t the same without family. That’s something that Todd Chrisley knows best. Or is about to. Even though Chrisley …
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Jennifer Lopez’s Ex Fires Back: “You Are the Problem”

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Ojani Noa Accuses J.Lo of Cheating After “Never Been Loved” Comments

Jennifer Lopez is once again at the center of a media storm — but this time, it’s her first husband, Ojani Noa, turning up the heat. Following Lopez’s recent Howard Stern Show interview, in which she claimed she has “never been truly loved” by any of her exes, Noa has publicly accused the superstar of cheating and playing the victim.

In the viral Instagram post that has now spread across major outlets like TMZ and New York Post, Noa didn’t hold back.

“Stop putting us down. Stop putting me down with your victim card,” he wrote. “The problem is not us. Not me. The problem is you. You’re the one who couldn’t keep it in your pants.”

“You Chose Fame and Lies Over Love”

Noa and Lopez were married briefly from 1997 to 1998, before her rise to Hollywood superstardom. In his explosive statement, he accused her of being unfaithful during their marriage, claiming she prioritized fame over their relationship.

“You have been loved a few times. You’ve been married four times. And have had countless relationships in between,” Noa continued. “You decided to lie, to cheat on me. You begged me to keep the marriage intact to avoid bad press.”

Noa described himself as “faithful, honest, and loving,” saying he uprooted his life and career to support Lopez at the beginning of her entertainment journey. “I left my family, my friends, everything behind for you,” he wrote, “but once fame came calling, you left me behind.”​

Lopez Silent Amid Growing Backlash

As of now, Jennifer Lopez has not publicly responded to Noa’s allegations. During her Howard Stern interview, the singer and actress claimed her former partners “weren’t capable” of loving her, saying, “It’s not that I’m not lovable… it’s that they’re not capable.”

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Her remarks were widely interpreted as referencing all of her ex-husbands — including Marc Anthony, Cris Judd, and Ben Affleck — but it was Noa who reacted first and most forcefully. His comments have ignited widespread debate online, with many questioning whether Lopez’s honesty came at the expense of others’ reputations.

Public Response and Media Fallout

The online reaction has been intense, with social media users split between defending Lopez’s right to share her truth and blasting her for allegedly rewriting history. Meanwhile, entertainment analysts note that the controversy adds to an increasingly turbulent year for the singer, following canceled tours, underperforming films, and ongoing scrutiny over her marriage to Affleck.

This latest backlash has also reignited conversations about Lopez’s highly publicized romantic history. As tabloids and fans speculate whether more exes might respond, the situation underscores an old truth in celebrity culture — that every candid confession comes with consequences.

For now, Jennifer Lopez remains silent. But in the court of public opinion, the debate about who’s really at fault in her love story is only just beginning.

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Selling Your Soul in Hollywood: The Hidden Cost of Fame

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By all appearances, Hollywood is a dream factory — a place where charisma, talent, and luck collide to create stars. But behind the camera lights and red carpets lies a conversation few inside the industry speak openly about: the spiritual and moral price of ambition.

For actor Omar Gooding, the idea of “selling your soul” in Hollywood isn’t a metaphor — it’s a moral process that begins with tiny compromises. In an October 2025 interview, Gooding explained that no one in Hollywood makes a literal deal with the devil. Instead, it’s the quiet yeses, the moments when comfort overrides conviction, that mark the beginning of the trade. “They don’t say, ‘Take this or you’ll never make it,’” he said. “They just put it in front of you. You choose.”

Those choices, he argues, create a pattern. Once you show that you’ll accept something you once resisted, the industry notices. “Hollywood knows who it can get away with what,” Gooding said. “One thing always leads to another.” The phrase “selling your soul,” in this context, means losing your say — doing what you’re told rather than what you believe in.

That moral tension has long shadowed the arts. Comedians like Dave Chappelle, who famously walked away from millions to preserve his creative integrity, often serve as examples of where conviction and career collide. In resurfaced interviews, Chappelle hinted that he felt manipulated and silenced by powerful figures who sought control of his narrative, warning that “they’re trying to convince me I’m insane.”

This isn’t just about conspiracy — it’s about agency. Hollywood runs on perception. Performers are rewarded for being agreeable, moldable, entertaining. Those who question the machine or refuse the script risk exile, while those who conform are elevated — sometimes beyond what they can handle.

We see the ‘collections’ all the time,” Gooding explained. “When the bill comes due, you can tell. They made that deal long ago.”

But the story doesn’t end in darkness. Gooding also emphasizes that in today’s entertainment landscape, artists have more control than ever. With streaming, social media, and creator‑driven platforms, performers don’t have to “play the game” to be seen. Independent creators can build their own stages, speak their own truths, and reach millions without trading authenticity for access.

Still, the temptation remains — recognition, validation, quick success. And every generation of artists must answer the same question: What are you willing to do for fame?

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As Gooding put it, “You just make the best choices you can. Because once it’s gone — your name, your peace, your soul — there’s no buying it back.”

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California Bans AI Clones from Replacing Real Talent

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California just made a dramatic stand for human creativity, defeating the threat of AI actor clones with a sweeping new law that puts people—not algorithms—back in the Hollywood spotlight. With the stroke of Governor Gavin Newsom’s pen in October 2025, the state has sent a clear message to studios, tech companies, and the world: entertainment’s heart belongs to those who create and perform, not to digital facsimiles.

California Draws a Hard Line: No More AI Clones

For months, the entertainment industry has been divided over the use of artificial intelligence in filmmaking. Studios, lured by promises of cost-cutting and creative flexibility, have invested in software that can mimic an actor’s face, voice, and even emotional range. But for performers, this wave of synthetic reproduction has triggered alarm—encouraged by chilling stories of deepfakes, unauthorized digital doubles, and contracts that let studios reuse a star’s likeness indefinitely, sometimes without pay or approval.

The new California law, anchored by AB 2602 and AB 1836, changes everything:

  • Every contract must explicitly detail how studios can use digital replicas or voice models, preventing once-common “blank check” agreements that overlooked this risk.
  • No one—not studios nor streaming giants—can create or release AI-generated clones of an actor, living or dead, without clear, written consent from the performer or their estate.
  • The law gives families new powers to defend loved ones from posthumous deepfake exploitation, closing painful loopholes that once let virtual versions of late icons appear in new ads, films, or games.

Actors Celebrate a Major Victory

The legislation rides the momentum of the recent SAG-AFTRA strike, where real-life talent demanded control over their own digital destinies. Leaders say these protections will empower artists to negotiate fair contracts and refuse participation in projects that cross ethical lines, restoring dignity and choice in an industry threatened by silent algorithms.

Stars, unions, and advocacy groups are hailing the law as the most robust defense yet against unwanted AI replications.

As one actor put it, “This isn’t just about money—it’s about identity, legacy, and respect for real artists in a synthetic age.”

A New Chapter for the Entertainment Industry

California’s move isn’t just a victory for local talent—it’s a warning shot to studios everywhere. Companies will now be forced to rethink production pipelines, consult legal counsel, and obtain proper clearance before digitally cloning anyone. Global entertainment platforms and tech developers will need to comply if they want to do business in the world’s entertainment capital.

These laws also set a template likely to ripple through other creative fields, from musicians whose voices can be synthesized to writers whose work could be mimicked by generative AI. For now, California performers finally have a powerful shield, ready to fight for the right to shape their own public image.

Conclusion: Human Talent Takes Center Stage

With its no-nonsense ban on AI actor clones, California draws a bold line, championing the work, likeness, and very humanity of its creative stars. It’s a landmark step that forces the entertainment industry to choose: respect real talent, or face real consequences. The age of the consentless digital double is over—human performers remain the true source of Hollywood magic.

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