NEW YORK, NEW YORK: FOX's hit quasi-military training show 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test' has been renewed for a second season, which premieres on September 25, 2023, at 9 pm ET on FOX.
The power-packed show shall once again feature fourteen celebrity contestants who will be thrown into the mix together, braving the snow-capped mountains of New Zealand.
In the quest for survival, they would be supervised by veteran special forces operatives who would test their endurance and survival skills.
'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test' Season 2 full cast list
The second season of FOX's hit show brings together a diverse cast from all backgrounds.
Savannah Chrisley
Born on August 11, 1997, Savannah Chrisley is an American reality television star. She attended Belmont University, pursuing a degree in music. She has also won several beauty pageants, including Miss Tennessee Teen USA. She designs her own sportswear line for HSN Savannah and makes regular appearances on reality TV show 'Chrisley Knows Best'. Her parents Todd and Julie Chrisley were convicted of tax evasion and bank fraud.
Tom Sandoval
Tom Sandoval has been a regular cast member of the hit show 'Vanderpump Rules'. Recently his name surfaced in conjunction with a scandalous cheating affair wherein Sandoval has been accused of cheating on his long-time partner Ariana Madix with Raquel Leviss.
He's the co-owner of a restaurant and bar called Schwartz and Sandy's in the Franklin Village area of Los Angeles. He also owns the TomTom restaurant located in West Hollywood.
Dez Bryant
Dez Bryant is a former professional American footballer who played college football for the Oklahoma State Cowboys. His stint in college football earned him All-American honors in 2008, after which he was picked up by the Dallas Cowboys during the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft. As of March 2023, Dez hasn't yet officially retired from his football career. The 34-year-old athlete had a troubled childhood when he was born to a teen mother.
Blac Chyna
Blac Chyna is a 35-year-old American model, entrepreneur and socialite. She started strip dancing when she was 19 to pay her tuition fees at college. She worked as Nicki Minaj's stunt double in the music video for the song 'Monster' by Kanye West. She is supposedly dating rapper Twin Hector. In 2014, she launched her own makeup brand Lashed by Blac Chyna and also opened up a beauty salon in the vicinity of Encino, Los Angeles.
Brian Austin Green
Brian is an American actor best known for portraying the character of David Silver on the television series 'Beverly Hills, 90210'. He is 50 years old and was born in Van Nuys, California. He became engaged in 2006 to actress Megan Fox. However, the pair split in 2009. He is currently with Australian professional dancer Sharna Burgess, with whom he welcomed his first child in June 2022. Brian also appeared as a celebrity contestant on 'Dancing With The Star' season 30.
Bode Miller
Samuel Bode Miller is an American Alpine skier who has a total of six Winter Olympic medals to his credit. He has won the men's World Cup championship twice in 2005 and in 2008. Apart from competing, Bode is currently engaged in several pursuits, including the opening of his own ski academy, apart from working as a sports commentator. Bode's skiing journey started after he applied for a scholarship and was accepted into Carrabassett Valley Academy, a noted skiing institution.
Tyler Cameron
Tyler is an American model and reality television personality who rose to fame after he finished as the runner-up in the fifteenth installment of the hit show 'The Bachelorette'. Tyler has an MBA degree from Florida Atlantic University College of Business. As a model, he is tied to the Soul Artist Management agency in New York City. The 30-year-old star initially wanted a career in professional football. However, his ambition was cut short following a shoulder injury.
Erin Jackson
Erin is a 31-year-old American speed skater, roller derby player, and Olympic gold medalist. She holds the rare distinction of being the first Black woman to win an Olympic gold medal for competing in an individual sport. She won the gold medal in the Women's 500 Metree Speed Skating Event at the Beijing Winter Olympics held in 2022. Erin graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Materials Science and Engineering.
Jack Osbourne
Jack is the son of famed heavy metal singer and Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne. He has dual American and British citizenship and is famous for being an English media personality following his appearance on the MTV show 'The Osbournes'. Additionally, Jack has pursued a career as a fitness and travel reporter. He was admittedly struggling with alcohol and substance abuse before he enrolled in a recovery program.
Kelly Rizzo
Kelly Rizzo is a 44-year-old television host, actress as well a executive producer. She is the creator of her own series 'Eat Travel Rock TV', which she started in 2013. The show follows her as she interviews noted chefs and other media personalities. She has stated that her unwavering admiration for the NAVY Seals and other elite special forces influenced her decision to join the quasi-military training show.
Nick Viall
Nicholas Joseph Viall is an American television personality, actor, and model. He finished as runner-up in two consecutive seasons of the show 'The Bachelorette' and was an integral part of the 21st season of 'The Bachelor' on ABC. He is a native of Waukesha, Wisconsin, and attended Waukesha North High School and the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, where he served as team captain and ran track and field. He and his model and surgical technologist partner Natalie Jolie announced their pregnancy in August 2023.
Robert Horry
Robert Horry is a former American professional basketball player who currently works as a sports commentator. He has played a total of sixteen seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and has won seven championships. His nickname in sport, 'Big Shot Rob', pays homage to his exceptional clutch shooting skills during important matches. He is a native of Harford County, Maryland.
Tara Reid
Tara Reid is an American actress and model best known for playing the character Vicky in the 'American Pie' franchise and the character Bunny Lebowski in the iconic film 'The Big Lebowski'. She is 47 years old and was born and raised in New Jersey. Tara began her acting career while she was just six years old and appeared on numerous commercials for brands like McDonald's and Jell-O.
Jojo Siwa
Joelle Joanie 'JoJo' Siwa is an American dancer, singer, actress, and YouTuber who appeared for two seasons of the show 'Dance Moms' along with her mother and other siblings. Her career kickstarted after she participated in the second season of 'Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition' as the youngest contestant. Her YouTube channel 'Its JoJo Siwa' is popular among her fans because it is there that she posts daily updates about herself and her life.
Apart from the celebrity contestants, the FOX show also comprises directing staff who are mandated to walk the contestants through every hurdle and direct them towards their goal.
Rudy Reyes
Rodolfo 'Rudy' Reyes descends from a military family as his father himself was a Marine. Rudy himself enlisted with the Marine Corps for several years before working as a Department of Defense contractor prior to his early retirement. He appeared as himself in HBO's acclaimed miniseries 'Generation Kill' in 2008. He founded his own enterprise called Force Blue which works by bringing together marine scientists with former Special Forces operatives in order to make lasting efforts towards conservation.
Mark Billingham
Mark devoted many years to military service before beginning to work in the celebrity security industry. He has served as a bodyguard for noted celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Tom Cruise. Mark has 25 years of experience while serving in the elite British special forces, the Special Air Services (SAS), during which time he earned the Queen's Commendation for Bravery owing to his exceptional mettle and skills.
Jason Fox
Jason is the oldest member of 'SAS: Who Dares Win'. Prior to his television career, he was a member of the Royal Marines Commando and the Special Boat Service. He was discharged from active combat duties after he was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress. His organization Rock2Recovery assists veterans in recovering from combat trauma.
Jovon Quarles
Jovon Quarles is a retired combat veteran who has twenty-two years of experience working as a US Navy Seal. He was born and raised in Washington DC and joined the navy at the insistence of his grandparents. Following his retirement, he now runs a fitness program directed towards helping men and women become the best versions of themselves.
'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test' season 2 premieres September 25, 2023, at 9 pm ET on FOX.
