Brittany Cartwright
Takes on Her Phobia
In a Chopper Challenge on ‘Special Forces’
Published September 25, 2025 11:59 AM PDT
Fox
Brittany Cartwright is confronting her acrophobia head-on in “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test.” However, the prospect of leaping from a helicopter proves to be nothing short of terrifying.
TMZ has provided a sneak peek of tonight’s episode, capturing the moment when “The Valley” star grapples with her fears. As the helicopter rotor whirs ominously overhead, Cartwright candidly shares her crippling anxiety about heights.
In the exclusive footage, she hesitates at the helicopter door, gripping the safety rope tightly as she dangles precariously over the edge. The instructor’s commands of “Go, go, jump!” echo around her, adding to the tension.
She candidly expresses, “I can walk on a hotel balcony with my back against the wall to avoid the edge. But regardless of my fear, I’m committed to tackling every challenge that comes my way.”
Joining Cartwright are 18 celebrities in this rigorous FOX series, which thrusts participants into the Moroccan wilderness to undergo challenges reminiscent of military training. Among the recruits are Teresa, Gia Giudice, Johnny Manziel, Jessie James Decker, and Jussie Smollett, all striving to outlast each other in a contest devoid of eliminationsâonly survival is the name of the game.
For Cartwright, the helicopter leap represents one of her toughest obstacles to date. Nonetheless, itâs evident from the sneak peek that she is resolute in her commitment to overcoming her fears.
“Special Forces: Worldâs Toughest Test” premieres tonight at 9 PM ET/PT on FOX, with episodes available for streaming on Hulu the following day.