Special Forces Season 4 Cast Sparks Controversy

Fox's 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test' returns for its fourth season on September 25, 2025, relocating its challenging military-style competition to Morocco. The cast includes 'Empire' actor Jussie Smollett, whose participation has sparked significant controversy due to his recent legal troubles, including a settlement with Chicago and the overturning of his conviction connected to an alleged hate crime hoax. Other contestants are 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' star Teresa Giudice and her daughter Gia, Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson East and husband Andrew East, 'Sister Wives' star Kody Brown, as well as NFL veterans and various influencers and models. This season will introduce the show's first married couples and family pairs, with each individual competing separately. The series continues to emphasize endurance, survival, and resilience under the guidance of veteran Special Forces instructors. The inclusion of Smollett has triggered heated reactions online and added a new layer of public scrutiny to the show.