Jon & Kate Plus 8 star Collin Gosselin just shared a picture of himself with Alexia Umansky, the daughter of Mauricio Umansky and Kyle Richards. Soon after, there were rumors floating online about the cast lineup for the next season of Special Forces. July 15th FOX confirmed Alexia Umansky, Mauricio Umansky, Candace Cameron Bure, Ruby Rose, Maxim Naumov, Brandi Granville, and others.
Confirmed: Collin Gosselin Is On Season 5 Special Forces
Clues before FOX confirmed it were that Collin only follows 51 Instagram accounts, although he follows all of the Special Forces DS instructors and a number of the reported cast members. Alexia is also following the show’s instructors and a number of rumored cast members.
Between March and June, Collin didn’t post on social media for about three months. Season 5 is back September 25th, coinciding with the publication of Collin’s memoir, ‘In the Shadow of Eight.’
When considered separately, none of these facts provide any confirmation. However, when you combine them all, it appears that Collin may have a very significant conclusion to 2026 with the publication of his memoir and a potential appearance on Special Forces.
An intriguing twist is that Kate Gosselin, Collin’s estranged mother, participated in the first season of Special Forces but was sent home on the first day.
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The Clues Added Up To Collin On Show
It appears that Collin may have a very significant conclusion to 2026 with the publication of his memoir and appearance on Special Forces.
An intriguing twist is that Kate Gosselin, Collin’s estranged mother, participated in the first season of Special Forces but was sent home on the first day. During a challenge that forced her to fall backward out of a helicopter into the open ocean, she had a serious neck injury on the first day of the show, ending her tenure. Kate has been accused by Collin of stealing his Jon & Kate Plus 8 money in his new book.

Collin Gets Huge Love & Support
The love and support have been huge for Collin after revealing alleged childhood abuse by his mother, Kate Gosselin. Fans are flocking to the comments supporting him on this Special Forces endeavor. Comments in detail:
- Oh, he will still kick butt at special horses if he can survive his crazy Mama
- Wishing you all the best Collin. You deserve it
- We’ll be there cheering you on!!
- She doesn’t know it, but she has opened up so many doors for you. And you deserve every one of them.
- This is perfect – he will win it all after what he has been through – show your mom, and the world you are a survivor Collin!!
- I pre-ordered your book Collin, so many people believe you. I am so glad you found your voice and can speak out on what really happened.
- You are the best Collin! I was listening to the words of the song in your pre order book post and it just shows you have such a forgiving heart and how you feel. She is missing out big time with you. You are a beautiful soul. Happy 4th to you and your family.
Will you be watching FOX’s Special Forces this season? Returns September 25 on FOX and streams the next day on @Hulu.
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