Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino Expresses Joy Over Todd and Julie Chrisley’s Pardons

New York, USA – May 30, 2025 – Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, star of Jersey Shore and Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, publicly expressed his happiness for reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley following their pardon by President Donald Trump on May 28, 2025. The Chrisleys, known for their show Chrisley Knows Best, were convicted in 2022 for defrauding banks of over $36 million and tax evasion, with Todd serving a 12-year sentence and Julie a 7-year sentence. Their release from federal prisons in Florida and Kentucky came after Trump cited unfair prosecution due to their celebrity status and conservative beliefs.

Sorrentino, who himself served an eight-month prison sentence for tax evasion in 2018 and was released in 2019, shared his support in a statement reported by multiple outlets and amplified on X by users like @popxxtra and @OpeningDayNFL, who posted, “Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino Happy for Todd & Julie Chrisley’s Pardons.” Sorrentino’s empathy likely stems from his own legal troubles, detailed in his 2023 memoir Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation – How I Overcame Addiction, Loss, and Prison, where he discussed his journey from tax evasion charges to sobriety and family life.

The sentiment on X reflects a mix of support and skepticism, with @helper06733849 echoing Sorrentino’s happiness, while others question the broader implications of Trump’s clemency decisions. Sorrentino, now a father of three and co-owner of Bang Cookies, has focused on his recovery and new ventures, including hosting the true-crime series Statute of Limitations on Tubi. His public support underscores a shared bond with the Chrisleys as reality stars navigating legal redemption, with no further details suggesting a personal connection beyond professional empathy.