Reality Star Quits Intense Competition Show to Protect Daughter

In the October 2nd episode of the Fox reality series 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test', Teresa Giudice, star of 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey', became the second celebrity to quit the grueling competition.

On day two of the season four challenge, the 17 remaining recruits were tasked with participating in 'milling', a physical combat exercise where opponents have to aggressively punch each other in the head. When it came time for Teresa's daughter Gia Giudice to face off against former U.S. soccer pro Christie Pearce Rampone, the 53-year-old Bravolebrity made the difficult decision to withdraw.

"I'm withdrawing," Teresa announced mid-exercise. "I can't see you fight. You got this. Love you guys." In a confessional, she elaborated, "I'm not a quitter, but it's going to be hard for me to not be able to step in if Gia's in a vulnerable position. I just want to protect her."

Despite the intense physical and mental demands of the competition, Teresa's maternal instincts took precedence, leading her to prioritize her daughter's wellbeing over continuing the challenge.