AceShowbiz - Johnny Knoxville, best known for his daring stunts on Jackass, is the host of the Fox reality competition Fear Factor: House of Fear. Despite his long history of facing extreme challenges — including being rammed by a bull, standing behind a jet engine to feel its force, and volunteering to be bitten by an anaconda in a child’s ballpit — he recently opened up about what really scared him during the first season of the show.

Speaking at Deadline’s Contenders TV panel, Knoxville revealed that while he has endured numerous physical dangers, the psychological tension of hosting the series introduced a new level of fear. The show’s intense and unpredictable nature, combined with the pressure of guiding contestants through terrifying challenges, created an atmosphere that was uniquely daunting for him.

Fear Factor: House of Fear is a reboot of the classic reality competition, and Knoxville’s participation brings a familiar face to the franchise with his reputation for extreme stunts. His willingness to put himself in harm’s way has become a hallmark of his career, yet even he found aspects of the new show unsettling.

The panel at Deadline’s Contenders TV event offered insights into the behind-the-scenes experience of the series and Knoxville’s role. Fans of the show can expect to see him confronting not only physical challenges but also the psychological stresses that come with hosting such a high-stakes competition.