LOS ANGELES — In what has become one of the most emotional and difficult chapters in the history of the 90 Day Fiancé franchise, beloved reality television star Jenny Slatten is facing a devastating health decline. A heartbreaking update regarding her ongoing battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) reveals that the 68-year-old is getting weaker by the day, with the disease progressing to the point where even speaking has become excruciatingly painful.
Through it all, her husband Sumit Singh has stepped up as her primary caregiver and official voice, proving the strength of a bond that once faced endless skepticism from fans and family alike.
«Getting Weaker By The Day»: Jenny’s Health Takes a Painful Turn
The distressing update came directly from Jenny’s close friend Penny, who shared the realities of Jenny’s daily struggle as her body continues to tire under the toll of the terminal neurodegenerative disease:
- Loss of Speech: Once known as one of the most expressive and vibrant personalities on 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way, Jenny now hardly speaks because the physical effort has become too painful.
- Medication & Fatigue: Jenny is currently taking Edaravone and Riluzole—two key medications designed to slow the progression of ALS. Despite these ongoing treatments, she remains extremely fatigued and increasingly weak.
- Diagnosis Timeline: Jenny’s diagnosis was first made public in May following months of concerning symptoms, including difficulty swallowing, severe migraines, and noticeable speech changes.
Jenny is currently experiencing severely limited speech and extreme fatigue as her ALS progresses. In response, her husband Sumit Singh has stepped into the role of primary caregiver, managing her daily needs and speaking on her behalf, while ongoing treatment relies on Edaravone and Riluzole to slow the disease’s advancement alongside active support efforts including a GoFundMe campaign and franchise-wide fundraising.
Sumit Singh Steps Up as Primary Caregiver
As speaking becomes a hurdle for Jenny, Sumit has stepped in to communicate on her behalf, managing her day-to-day care and medical needs in India.
For viewers who followed their turbulent journey on TLC—navigating Sumit’s secret first marriage, intense family disapproval, and years of cultural obstacles—Sumit’s unwavering devotion offers a powerful answer to past critics:
«Sumit is doing a great job every single day,» shared friend Penny, highlighting how the former software worker has dedicated himself entirely to supporting his wife during her darkest hour.
The 90 Day Community Rallies Behind the Couple
While Jenny continues to seek specialized care and financial relief through a GoFundMe campaign set up to cover rising medical costs, her fellow franchise alumni are rallying to her side.
- Sarper Guven’s Fundraiser: Fellow cast member Sarper Guven turned his stand-up comedy shows into a dedicated fundraiser for Jenny’s treatments, adding a second show in New York City due to overwhelming demand.
- Franchise Outpouring: Co-stars and fans across social media have flooded the couple’s pages with messages of love, prayers, and financial contributions, proving that the reality TV community stands united behind the iconic pair.
As Jenny faces this brutal fight, the unwavering support from Sumit and her global fanbase remains a beacon of strength for the couple.