‘Special Forces’ Season 4: Full Cast Revealed – Which Stars Will Conquer TV’s Toughest Reality Challenge?
Eighteen celebrities are stepping into one of television’s most punishing arenas this fall as Season 4 of Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test arrives on Fox. Known for pushing contestants to the absolute brink, the reality competition mirrors the grueling training course used by the United States Special Forces. It’s an all-out test of strength, endurance, and mental grit — and the majority of recruits don’t survive until the end.
The new season premieres Thursday, September 25 at 9 p.m. ET on Fox, with next-day streaming available on Hulu. Judging by the mix of NFL veterans, reality TV stars, Olympians, and public figures, this year’s lineup promises drama, rivalry, and unexpected resilience.
A Brutal Track Record
Past seasons have proven just how unforgiving the course can be. Last year, only two out of sixteen recruits — Kayla Nicole and Brody Jenner — managed to finish. The rest were forced out by injuries, disqualified, or voluntarily withdrew under the intense physical and psychological strain.
Family Bonds and Famous Faces
One of the most talked-about aspects of Season 4 is its family pairings. The Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice will take on the challenge alongside her 24-year-old daughter Gia Giudice. Teresa, no stranger to adversity, may surprise critics who count her out early, while Gia’s youth could be either a strength or a liability in the demanding course.
Another couple joining the fight is NFL alum Eric Decker and country singer Jessie James Decker, whose shared determination may help them withstand the grueling conditions — or see them exit together if one is forced to quit. Olympian gymnast Shawn Johnson and her husband, former NFL player Andrew East, also bring their partnership into the competition.
Athletes With Something to Prove
The roster is stacked with sports stars — Randall Cobb, Eric Decker, Andrew East, and former quarterback Johnny Manziel lead the NFL contingent, while Olympic soccer champion Christie Pearce Rampone and NBA champ Nick Young add to the athletic firepower. History, however, hasn’t been kind to pro athletes on Special Forces; many have fallen short despite their fitness and fame.
Reality TV and Big Names in Pop Culture
Besides people from the sports world, the group includes a wide range of entertainers and famous people. The fans of supermodel Chanel Iman, TikTok creator Mark Estes, Sister Wives star Kody Brown, and Vanderpump Rules grad Brittany Cartwright are very different. Cartwright, who just got over a rough breakup, says she’s using her personal problems to drive her on the course.
Also competing are actress Eva Marcille, podcaster Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia, actor Ravi Patel, and controversial Empire star Jussie Smollett, whose legal troubles may become a flashpoint during the show’s interrogation challenges.
A Lot at Stake, and No Guarantees
Some contestants have impressive athletic records, but Special Forces has shown over and over that mental toughness and emotional resilience are more important than physical power. Underdogs or people with a very important cause to fight for sometimes make it further than expected because the difficulties are so unpredictable.
When the first episode airs later this September, viewers will quickly see which stars adapt to the relentless discipline of the Directing Staff and which crumble under the pressure. For fans, the question isn’t just who will win — it’s who will survive long enough to tell the story.
