In 2012, she was diagnosed with breast cancer which she overcome. Her husband
Todd Chrisley pushed her to get a life-saving mammogram when two of their friends were fighting cancer. Although her family had no history of breast cancer, she went in and got the test. After her appointment, she was told that more images needed to be taken. Following a biopsy, the doctor delivered news that she had cancer. After exploring her options, Julie decided to undergo a double mastectomy, and later a reconstructive surgery. Admittedly, Julie was fearful of having to do chemotherapy, but thankfully, doctors found no cancer in her lymph nodes. After the invasive surgery and her release from the hospital, Todd helped her shower - a vulnerable moment that she believes helped strengthen the couple's marriage. Weeks after the double mastectomy, Julie got breast implants. Now, she exercises regularly and gets regular check-ups.
