Kallie Chauvin

“Kellie Chauvin” is best known for being the ex-wife of Derek Chauvin, the former police officer convicted in the murder of George Floyd. Over time, she has made headlines for her divorce, tax legal issues, and her attempt to live a private life. This article explores her background, public life, legal challenges, and what is known about her now.

2. Early Life and Background

• Name and origin: Kellie’s full name is Kellie May Xiong Chauvin (sometimes spelled “Xiong” or a variant).
• Heritage and childhood: She has Hmong heritage. There are reports that she was born in Laos or that her family has roots there and immigrated (or came as refugees) to the United States.
• Education and career: Before the public controversies, she worked as a radiology technician (or in related medical roles).

Thus, she had a life and identity outside her marriage.

3. Marriage to Derek Chauvin and Public Turning Point

3.1 How they met and married

• Kellie and Derek reportedly met when Derek Chauvin (as a police officer) brought someone into a hospital for a health evaluation. That’s how her work intersected with his.
• They married in 2010.

3.2 The George Floyd incident and impact

On May 25, 2020, George Floyd died while Derek Chauvin pressed his knee on Floyd’s neck during an arrest. That event triggered huge protests and international outcry.

3.3 Divorce

• Just days after Derek Chauvin was arrested in relation to George Floyd’s death, Kellie filed for divorce (May 2020).
• The divorce cited “irretrievable breakdown” of the marriage. There was attention by the court to prevent unfair asset transfers. A proposed early settlement that would have transferred most assets to Kellie was rejected by a judge as raising “badges of fraud.”
• The final divorce settlement was approved in February 2021.

4. Legal Issues: Tax Fraud and Sentencing

4.1 Charges and context

• In July 2020, both Derek and Kellie Chauvin were charged with felony tax fraud/tax evasion. They were accused of underreporting joint income from 2014 to 2019, including earnings from Derek’s side security work.
• The total unreported income was significant (around $464,000), and unpaid taxes (plus penalties) were in the tens of thousands.

4.2 Plea and sentence

• Kellie pleaded guilty in February 2023 to two felony counts of aiding and abetting tax fraud.
• Her sentence: 20 days in jail, 3 years probation, plus payment of about $38,000 in restitution.
• As part of her plea deal, other charges were dropped.

4.3 Details from court filings

• The court record notes issues like failing to file returns for years, not reporting checks made to her business “KC Images” in some years, and deductions not properly accounted for.
• There was also scrutiny over a vehicle bought (a BMW X5) registered using a Florida address, though vehicle service records showed Minnesota.

Thus, her legal troubles added more public scrutiny to her life after the divorce.

5. Public Image, Media Coverage & Rumors

5.1 Public statements and distancing

• Early after the George Floyd case became public, Kellie made statements expressing sympathy for Floyd’s family and said her “utmost sympathy lies with … everyone who is grieving.”
• She dropped her married surname (Chauvin) in the divorce process.
• She generally remained quiet in the media afterward.

5.2 Rumors about name change, relocation, and privacy

• There are suggestions in some media that Kellie has sought to change her name, move out of Minnesota, and live a more private life to avoid ongoing attention.
• Some reports speculate she may be active in mental health advocacy or charitable work, but these are less substantiated.
• In a media interview (or press claim), she once said Derek “ruined” her life, indicating deep personal consequences from the ordeal.

5.3 Criticism and support

• Some critics argue that her quick divorce may have been a legal tactic to protect assets; others see it as a moral stand.
• Supporters point to her decision to distance herself from wrongdoing and to face her own legal consequences as signs of integrity.

6. Life After Legal Cases

6.1 Current status

• After her sentencing, Kellie’s public appearances have been extremely rare.
• She has limited presence on social media. She had an Instagram account, @kellie_chauvinofficial (but I’m not sure how active it is now).
• No verified, recent interviews or public statements are widely known.

6.2 Possible avenues she’s taking

• Some sources suggest she may be engaging privately in healing, counseling, or activism, especially focused on mental health or justice issues.
• Because of her tax conviction, her legal record is now public; this may limit her capacity for certain public or professional roles depending on licensing.

Thus, her life now appears to be far quieter than before.

7. Key Themes & Lessons

• Accountability & consequences: Even persons who are linked to powerful figures can face legal consequences when laws are broken.
• Choices under pressure: Kellie’s swift decision to divorce shows how personal identity and moral choice intersect during public crises.
• Privacy and identity: After high-profile involvement, reclaiming a private life becomes a challenge.
• Public perception vs. reality: Media narratives sometimes clash with what is known, so careful fact-checking is essential.

8. Timeline of Major Events

YearEvent2010: Kellie Chauvin married in 2019.Kellie crowned Mrs. Minnesota America May 2020: George Floyd’s death; Derek arrested Late May 2020 Kellie filed for divorce.July 2020 Tax fraud charges filed against both Feb 2021 Divorce settlement approved by KNSI Feb 2023 Kellie pleads guilty to tax charges. CBS News May 2023 She is sentenced to 20 days in jail, restitution, and probation.

9. FAQs

Q1. Who is Kallie Chauvin / Kellie Chauvin?
She is best known as the ex-wife of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted in George Floyd’s death.

Q2. Did she support Derek during his trial?
No—she filed for divorce days after his arrest and made public statements of sympathy to Floyd’s family.

Q3. What legal trouble did she face?
She was charged with tax evasion (aiding/abetting) for underreporting joint income from 2014 to 2019. She pleaded guilty and was sentenced.

Q4. What was her sentence?
20 days in jail, 3 years of probation, and payment of ~$38,000 in restitution.

Q5. Did she get a favorable divorce settlement?
The court scrutinized a proposed settlement that would give her most assets, rejecting it initially. Final settlement was approved in 2021.

Q6. Where is she now?
Her current location is not publicly confirmed. She appears to live privately, likely under a name change or outside the spotlight.

Q7. Does she have children?
She had two children from a previous marriage; she and Derek did not have children together.

Q8. Could “Kallie Chauvin” refer to someone else?
Yes. If by “Kallie Chauvin” you meant a different person, e.g., an influencer or other public figure, I can look up that person instead.