Hold onto your seats, Sister Wives fans, because Kody Brown — yes, that Kody Brown — is back in the headlines again, and not for anything redeeming. Known as one of reality TV’s most polarizing figures, Kody has now managed to spark outrage on yet another show. This time, it’s not TLC’s Sister Wives that’s under fire but Fox’s intense competition series Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test. And true to form, Kody has once again proved that when it comes to controversy, he never fails to deliver.

Let’s be honest — the word cringe doesn’t even begin to describe Kody anymore. From his inflated ego to his bafflingly tone-deaf remarks, it’s like watching a man desperately trying to hold onto relevance while alienating everyone around him. Over the years, we’ve seen Kody transform from an eccentric polygamist patriarch into a full-blown reality TV villain — and his recent stint on Special Forces has only made that transformation complete.

The headlines began buzzing after the October 23rd episode aired, where Kody dropped a series of comments that left both the audience and his co-stars dumbfounded. One moment that caught everyone’s attention was when Kody confidently declared, “I don’t consider myself a great leader, but good quality manhood — masculinity — is taking responsibility for the job that needs to be done and doing it.” Now, on the surface, that may sound like a fairly standard “teamwork” pep talk. But this is Kody we’re talking about — a man with a long, messy history of gendered remarks and self-aggrandizing speeches.

Fans were quick to point out that this statement was yet another example of Kody’s outdated and sexist mindset. And as the episode went on, it only got worse. At one point, Kody added, “I’m going to say this at the risk of sounding sexist… I think men want to be respected and women just want to be loved. I don’t care if you love me. I care if you respect me.”

Cue the collective groan across the fandom. Once again, Kody had managed to reduce gender dynamics to a simplistic — and frankly offensive — stereotype. Fans immediately flooded social media, calling out Kody for his chauvinistic remarks. Many argued that it perfectly explains why three of his four wives walked away from him in recent years. One fan summed it up perfectly on X (formerly Twitter): “Kody’s still out here proving why he’s alone. Respect isn’t something you demand — it’s something you earn.”

But it didn’t stop there. During one of Special Forces’ physical challenges — a grueling helicopter rappel — Kody made another eyebrow-raising comment. He smugly told the cameras, “Doing difficult tasks is part of being a man. Sorry ladies.” This offhand remark instantly reignited backlash, with viewers slamming him for suggesting that women somehow lack the strength or determination to complete the same tasks. For context, several of the women on the show had just finished the same challenge — including Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia, who crushed it with confidence and zero excuses.

And speaking of Brianna, she found herself in Kody’s crosshairs later in the episode when he condescendingly questioned her reason for being there. When she said she was a podcaster, Kody scoffed and asked, “That’s your qualification?” Fans couldn’t believe the irony — here was a man whose only claim to fame is being the self-proclaimed “leader” of a broken polygamist family, belittling someone else’s career path. As one viewer joked online, “Kody’s qualification is being hated by every woman he’s ever lived with.”

It’s not hard to see why Special Forces viewers are quickly learning what Sister Wives fans have known for years: Kody Brown doesn’t just have a superiority complex — he thrives on it. Whether he’s ranting about “male leadership,” blaming his children for their distance, or degrading the women who once stood by him, Kody seems incapable of self-awareness.

Even Hollywood gossip outlets are picking up on the pattern. Reports from The Hollywood Gossip described him as “a textbook example of chauvinism dressed up as confidence.” Meanwhile, fans of both shows are starting to question whether Kody even realizes how damaging his words are — or if he simply enjoys the attention. Because if there’s one thing Kody loves more than control, it’s the spotlight.

Viewers have also noted that Kody often disguises his insecurity behind a façade of “manly” authority. He’s quick to talk about “masculinity” and “leadership,” but when it comes to emotional accountability or humility, he’s nowhere to be found. And that’s exactly what makes his latest appearance so fascinating — and frustrating — to watch. He’s like a walking contradiction, trying to prove he’s tough while constantly revealing just how fragile his ego truly is.

Many longtime Sister Wives fans have voiced that Kody’s behavior on Special Forces mirrors the same pattern that led to the downfall of his plural marriages. He praises himself as a “protector” and “provider,” yet he emotionally neglects those around him. He preaches about respect, but shows none. It’s a cycle of hypocrisy that’s now playing out on an even bigger stage.

And while it’s tempting to laugh at the absurdity of it all, some viewers are also frustrated that people like Kody continue to get major TV opportunities despite their toxic attitudes. As one fan vented online, “It’s crazy how these arrogant men keep getting paid to embarrass themselves, while genuine people struggle to get their voices heard.”

Still, whether you love him or hate him (and let’s face it, most fall into the latter camp), Kody Brown knows how to keep people talking. Every smug grin, every sexist soundbite, and every awkward attempt to appear “alpha” just fuels the ongoing debate about who he really is beneath that bravado.

At this point, it’s clear that Kody isn’t changing anytime soon. His appearance on Special Forces is just the latest chapter in a long saga of self-inflicted humiliation. Maybe he truly believes that being loud and condescending equals strength. Maybe he enjoys the attention that comes from controversy. Or maybe — just maybe — he’s become so wrapped up in his own delusion that he can’t even see the damage he’s done to his reputation and relationships.

Either way, fans are watching, commenting, and laughing — because let’s be real, sometimes the only way to process Kody Brown’s behavior is to laugh.

One thing’s for sure: Special Forces has given the world yet another glimpse into Kody’s unfiltered personality, and the verdict is unanimous — he’s as problematic as ever.

Stay tuned, because if history has taught us anything, Kody’s next headline is just around the corner. Whether it’s another sexist remark, an emotional meltdown, or yet another public feud, one thing’s guaranteed — with Kody Brown, the drama never sleeps.