Thu Feb 26 02:40:00 UTC 2026: ### “Fear Factor: House of Fear” Features Painful Needle Challenge with Soccer Star

The Story:
A new episode of “Fear Factor: House of Fear,” hosted by Johnny Knoxville, features a segment called “Pain Auction” where contestants endure painful ordeals for a chance to win $200,000. In a preview clip released by TMZ, Dida Armstrong, a 21-year-old professional soccer player, undergoes a challenge where 13 needles are pierced into his arms. The clip shows Armstrong visibly in pain, eliciting reactions from other contestants.

Key Points:

  • The episode is part of the “Fear Factor: House of Fear” reboot.
  • The “Pain Auction” is a challenge where contestants undergo painful ordeals for money.
  • Dida Armstrong, a professional soccer player, participated in a challenge involving needle piercings.
  • The clip shows Armstrong receiving 11 of the 13 needles, with the remaining two to be shown in the episode.
  • The episode airs tonight at 9 PM ET/PT on FOX.

Key Takeaways:

  • “Fear Factor” continues to push boundaries with increasingly extreme challenges.
  • The show leverages shock value and contestant vulnerability for entertainment.
  • The participation of a professional athlete like Dida Armstrong suggests the show is aiming for a broader audience appeal.

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