90 Day Fiancé Star Jenny Slatten Announces ALS Diagnosis

Jenny Slatten, a star of the reality television series "90 Day Fiancé," has publicly announced her diagnosis with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive neurodegenerative disease. Slatten, 68, received the official diagnosis in December 2025 after approximately a year of experiencing symptoms.

According to an interview she and her husband, Sumit Singh, gave, Slatten’s first symptoms appeared in December 2024, beginning with a severe choking episode while drinking water. This was followed by difficulty swallowing pills, which the couple initially attributed to an infection. After a brief period of improvement with medication, they noticed a significant slowing of Slatten’s speech, which prompted greater concern.

The diagnosis carries a profound personal weight for Slatten, as her father previously died from ALS. She recalled breaking down in tears with Singh upon receiving the news. The couple, who live in India, sought consultations with several neurologists before the condition was confirmed. Singh noted that an online comment from a concerned viewer, who speculated about ALS after noticing changes in Slatten’s speech, led him to research the disease and recognize...