• Todd Chrisley’s secret gay lover Mark Braddock claimed they had a hidden affair, which he later exposed in court during the fraud trial.
• Chrisley denied the relationship, mocked Braddock, and insisted the accusations were false and damaging.
• After testifying, Braddock moved on to a new real estate career while the Chrisleys served prison time and returned home after a pardon.

Mark Braddock made headlines in 2022 when he claimed he had a secret gay affair with Todd Chrisley. Braddock worked with Chrisley for years and later became the key witness against him in court. He shocked fans of Chrisley Knows Best by saying the two had a romantic relationship in the early 2000s. At that time, both men were married to their wives. Mark said the affair lasted about a year, but they continued working together until 2012. The relationship began as a secret and ended in anger and betrayal. Mark revealed this secret in court, helping prosecutors convict Chrisley on fraud charges.

Todd Chrisley Strongly Denied Any Affair With Mark

Todd Chrisley denied the affair as soon as it became public. He called Mark a liar and mocked his appearance on his podcast Chrisley Confessions. Todd sat beside his son Chase and made jokes about Mark’s looks. He said he could understand someone going crazy after sleeping with him, but he never did that with Mark. Todd told his fans he had never had a sexual relationship with a man. He said Mark’s story kept changing and had no truth to it. Todd seemed more upset about being linked to Mark than about the accusation itself. He used humor to push back, but many believed the damage was already done.

Their Secret Relationship Turned Into a Bitter Feud

Mark said the relationship ended long before things got ugly between them. After the romance faded, they still worked side by side for years. Mark described their bond as a “brotherhood” in court. But in 2012, everything collapsed. Todd and Mark had a major fight. Todd threw Mark out of his office and threatened to call the police. That moment changed everything. Mark then reported Todd to the FBI. He not only exposed their past but also helped build the fraud case against Todd and his wife Julie. That betrayal shocked the Chrisley family and their fans.

Braddock Said He Hid the Affair From His Wife for Years

Mark had to come clean about the affair before testifying in court. He had kept it a secret from his wife, Leslie, for over a decade. They had been married since 1987 and raised two sons together. Before the trial, Mark finally told Leslie the truth. She chose to stand by him, even after hearing about his affair with Todd. According to reports, she forgave him. That decision surprised many. Leslie, who also works in real estate, remained loyal. Their marriage survived the scandal, and the family avoided the spotlight.

The Confession Crushed the Chrisley Family’s Public Image

Before the affair came to light, Todd and Julie Chrisley were reality TV stars. Their show Chrisley Knows Best showed them as loving parents and successful businesspeople. Viewers saw a wealthy, funny, church-going Southern family with strong values. Mark’s story changed everything. The image of a faithful husband fell apart. Todd had spent years building a brand around faith and family. The affair claim shattered that image in one day. Fans didn’t know what to believe. Some felt betrayed. Others thought the truth had finally come out. The scandal rocked their fan base and pulled back the curtain on the reality TV couple’s life.

Braddock Moved On After the Trial With a New Career

After testifying, Mark Braddock stepped away from the media. He restarted his life in Florida. In early 2024, he joined Christie’s International Real Estate as a Broker Associate. He had worked in real estate for over 20 years. His bio says he brings trust, experience, and skill to his new role. He also worked at Engel and Voelkers before joining Christie’s. Mark now sells luxury homes in Santa Rosa Beach. He lives a quiet life with his wife and children, far from the drama that once followed him.

The Chrisleys Are Out of Prison But the Scandal Still Lingers

Todd and Julie Chrisley were released from prison in May 2025 after a pardon from Donald Trump. Todd left a Florida prison, and Julie left a Kentucky facility. They went home to Nashville, trying to rebuild their life. But the story of Todd’s alleged secret gay lover still follows them. The rumors won’t go away easily. Even after serving time for bank fraud, people continue to talk about the affair more than the crime. Todd may never fully repair his public image. The scandal with Mark Braddock changed how people see him forever.