Savannah Chrisley Responds to 'Hate' After Debut on 'The View'

The reality TV star says she chose 'grace' and 'conviction' in her first day as a guest co-host on the ABC talk show.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Savannah Chrisley, the 28-year-old reality TV personality, addressed the 'hate' she received after making her debut as a guest co-host on 'The View'. Chrisley, who has conservative political views, said she showed up with 'conviction in faith, family, and freedom' and chose 'grace' in her interactions with the more liberal co-hosts like Joy Behar. Despite the online backlash, Chrisley said she will never apologize for standing up for her beliefs and wants to fight for a country where 'every voice' is heard.

Why it matters

Chrisley's appearance on 'The View' as a conservative voice was seen as a bold move, as the show's co-hosts typically lean more liberal. Her debut sparked a strong reaction on social media, highlighting the political divisions in the country. This story touches on themes of free speech, political tolerance, and the challenges of having open dialogues across ideological lines.

The details

Chrisley was referring to her conservative political views, which differ from the more liberal perspectives of 'The View' co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin and Sara Haines. Despite the opposing views, Chrisley said she and Behar 'shared laughs' when the cameras stopped rolling. Chrisley wrote that she 'chose grace' and met Behar 'where she was, not where past words have been', calling it 'growth' and 'strength'.

  • Chrisley made her debut as a guest co-host on 'The View' on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
  • Chrisley's parents, Todd and Julie Chrisley, were sentenced to prison in 2022 before receiving presidential pardons in May 2025.

The players

Savannah Chrisley

A 28-year-old reality TV personality known for appearing on the USA Network series 'Chrisley Knows Best' with her family.

Joy Behar

An 83-year-old co-host of 'The View' who is known for her liberal political views.

Whoopi Goldberg

A co-host of 'The View' who also leans more liberal politically.

Sunny Hostin

A co-host of 'The View' who shares liberal political views with her co-hosts.

Sara Haines

A co-host of 'The View' who is part of the show's more liberal-leaning panel.

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What they’re saying

“Today was more than a seat at the table … it was a moment of purpose. Four women who see the world one way, and one who sees it another … yet we sat together, we talked, we listened. That is what real dialogue in this country is supposed to look like.”

— Savannah Chrisley (Instagram)

“I chose grace. I chose to meet her where she was, not where past words have been. That is growth. That is strength. That is what moving forward looks like.”

— Savannah Chrisley (Instagram)

The takeaway

Savannah Chrisley's appearance on 'The View' as a conservative voice amid a largely liberal panel highlights the challenges of fostering open and respectful dialogue across political divides. Her decision to 'choose grace' and meet her co-hosts 'where they are' sets an example of how to have productive conversations, even with those who hold opposing views.