Kody Brown Joins Special Forces on Fox – Then Gets SLAMMED by Cast Member | Sister Wives Spoilers

Sister Wives fans, brace yourselves — because Kody Brown is stepping way outside his polygamist comfort zone and into a whole different reality TV arena. The TLC patriarch, best known for his controversial marriages, big hair, and bigger opinions, has officially signed on to appear in the upcoming season of Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test on Fox. The show, which is set to premiere at the end of September, drops celebrities into brutal military-style challenges inspired by the real-life special forces selection process. We’re talking freezing water jumps, climbing into helicopters mid-air, obstacle courses, and a whole lot of yelling from drill instructors.

Sounds intense, right? Well, not everyone is impressed. In fact, some of the reaction from both fans and his fellow cast members has been downright brutal.

Kody’s Reality TV Move Raises Eyebrows

Kody’s decision to join Special Forces marks his first-ever TV appearance outside the TLC universe since Sister Wives began in 2010. The announcement came via an Entertainment Weekly cast reveal on August 6, introducing the 18 celebrities competing this season. Alongside Kody will be a mix of names from across reality TV — including Real Housewives star Teresa Giudice, Vanderpump Rules alum Brittany Cartwright, Savannah Chrisley, former NFL player Eric Decker, and even Jussie Smollett.

On paper, it’s a star-studded lineup. In reality? Many fans and critics are calling it the “bottom of the barrel” when it comes to celebrity casting — essentially a safe haven for former reality TV stars whose glory days are behind them. The show has built a reputation for scooping up personalities whose original projects were either canceled or had their cultural moment years ago.

For Kody, who’s been a polarizing figure for years thanks to his treatment of his wives and kids, this might be a bid to reinvent himself in front of a new audience. But judging by the fan chatter, it’s not exactly winning hearts.

The Cast Member Who Slammed Him

If the online reaction wasn’t enough, one of Kody’s Special Forces co-stars didn’t hold back when asked about him during filming. The unnamed cast member admitted they “didn’t even know who he was” before shooting began — and made it clear they didn’t exactly hit it off. “We didn’t necessarily get along,” they teased, hinting that viewers will see some awkward moments play out on screen.

This blunt honesty has fueled speculation that Kody might not mesh well in a competitive, team-driven environment. After all, Sister Wives fans have seen him struggle with communication and collaboration — even in his own family. The thought of him enduring military-level discipline from strangers? Well, let’s just say not everyone thinks he’ll last long.

Fans Aren’t Buying It

When news broke of Kody’s casting, Sister Wives fans lit up social media — and it wasn’t pretty. Many questioned why Fox would choose him, with some calling for a boycott of the show entirely to avoid putting more money in his pocket. Others joked about how Robin (Kody’s remaining wife) would cope with him being away from her kids for so long, quipping that she’d probably send the entire family along as “emotional support.”

One of the most savage comments referenced Kody’s past dramatics, noting, “How’s he going to survive this when he thought a 99.8° fever was a near-death experience?” Another fan snarked, “Dancing With the Stars must’ve passed… guess this was the only gig left.”

While some admitted they were curious to see how Kody behaves outside the insulated Sister Wives environment, the overwhelming sentiment was that this was another desperate attention grab — one that many vowed not to watch.

Low Pay, High Humiliation?

Industry insiders say appearances on shows like Special Forces don’t exactly come with massive paychecks — especially for reality TV veterans. Speculation is that contestants might make somewhere around $5,000–$10,000 for their participation, plus potential bonuses for making it further into the competition.

If that’s true, Kody isn’t doing this for the paycheck — he’s doing it for the exposure. But whether that exposure will be positive or negative remains to be seen. For a man who’s faced years of online criticism over his handling of his marriages, his relationships with his kids, and his apparent favoritism toward one wife, this is risky territory.

Why Fans Think This Was a Bad Move

Part of the pushback stems from the type of show Special Forces is. The format demands teamwork, humility, and a willingness to be physically and mentally broken down. Fans argue these are not exactly Kody’s strengths. Many believe his ego and need for control will clash hard with the drill instructors and other cast members.

The casting choice also feels like a strange fit for a man whose brand is rooted in polygamy and family drama, not physical endurance. One fan summed it up: “We’ve seen him struggle to manage four wives — how’s he going to manage a 10-mile obstacle course?”

The Boycott Debate

While some fans are curious to watch Kody crash and burn on national television, others are pushing for a complete boycott. The argument? That tuning in will only encourage networks to keep giving him opportunities, further padding his bank account after years of profiting off Sister Wives.

One fan put it bluntly: “We’ve rewarded this man’s behavior for too long. Let’s not give him one more dime or minute of attention.”

Still, others admit they might secretly watch — not out of support, but out of morbid curiosity. As one commenter put it: “I can’t stand him, but I’d be lying if I said I didn’t want to see Teresa Giudice put him in his place.”

When and Where to Watch

For those who do want to tune in (or at least check out the chaos), Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test Season 4 premieres Thursday, September 25, on Fox. The series will air weekly, with eliminations based on who can endure the grueling challenges and who taps out first.

Whether Kody lasts more than a single episode or bows out early due to “fatigue” (or another conveniently timed minor illness) is anyone’s guess. But one thing’s for sure: his appearance has already stirred up more drama than the show’s marketing team could have dreamed of.

Bottom Line:
Kody Brown’s leap from Sister Wives to Special Forces is already controversial — and the season hasn’t even aired yet. With a co-star openly admitting they didn’t get along with him, fans calling for boycotts, and his reality TV reputation preceding him, this could either be a bold reinvention or a public relations disaster.

Either way, you can expect fireworks, shade, and possibly some early exits — and Sister Wives fans will be watching (even if they claim they won’t).