For years, California reality star Jenny Slaton, known to millions through 90 Day Fiancé, has shared one deeply personal chapter of life after another with viewers. From navigating criticism over her relationship to moving across the world for love. Fans have watched her face challenge after challenge with determination.
But now, Jenny is opening up about something far more personal. Something that has quietly reshaped daily life for both her and husband Sumit Singh in ways they never expected. The couple, longtime fan favorites from the franchise, are now navigating a deeply emotional reality together.
Jenny Slaton, 68, recently revealed that she has been diagnosed with ALS, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a progressive neurological disease that currently has no cure. According to People, Jenny and Sumit, 38, shared that they first learned of the diagnosis in December after months of uncertainty surrounding unexplained health symptoms.
Frightening Diagnosis Changes Everything For California’s 90 Day Fiance’s Jenny Slaton
Looking back, the warning signs reportedly began about a year earlier. According to Sumit, one of the earliest moments of concern came when Jenny suddenly choked badly while drinking water. Not long after, she began experiencing migraines and struggled to swallow pills. At first, the couple believed it could be something temporary or minor, perhaps an infection that medication might eventually resolve.
For a while, there seemed to be a slight improvement. But then something shifted. Over time, Jenny began having increasing trouble speaking. Her speech reportedly slowed, and conversations became difficult. According to the couple, there were moments when she preferred not to speak at all.
“We cried and held each other,” Jenny tells PEOPLE of the moment she and Sumit learned her diagnosis, which has left them both “scared” for what the future holds.
That change became impossible to dismiss. “That’s when we knew something wasn’t right,” Jenny reportedly shared. Things became even more noticeable in late 2025 during a public appearance tied to the 90 Day Fiancé franchise. Fans watching noticed her speech seemed slower than usual, prompting growing concern online.
Symptoms Became Harder to Ignore
One particular comment reportedly mentioned ALS, leading Sumit to begin researching the disease himself. What he found was unsettling. The symptoms seemed painfully familiar. At the same time, the couple remembered something deeply personal. Jenny’s father had passed away from ALS more than a decade earlier.
After returning to India, where the couple lives, Jenny met with multiple neurologists in search of clarity. Initially, doctors reportedly suspected a minor clot in her brain. But after further medical evaluation and a second opinion, the diagnosis became official.
The moment hit hard. Jenny and Sumit admitted they cried together after learning the truth, both frightened by what the future may hold. Still, there is a measure of cautious optimism. Doctors have reportedly told them Jenny’s disease appears to be progressing slowly, allowing them time to explore possible treatments and options.
Jenny is also exploring genetic testing to determine whether she carries a hereditary ALS-related gene, something that could potentially help her qualify for medications designed to slow progression. For now, she says they are searching for answers and learning as much as possible.
What Is ALS?
ALS, sometimes called Lou Gehrig’s disease, affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Over time, it can lead to worsening muscle weakness, trouble speaking, difficulty swallowing, and loss of mobility. There is currently no cure, though treatments may help slow progression and improve quality of life for some patients.
Life expectancy varies widely. While many people live two to five years after diagnosis, others live significantly longer, especially in cases where progression happens more slowly. Despite the devastating news, Jenny and Sumit say they are trying to focus on living life fully and appreciating the time they have together.
Searching for Answers and Holding Onto Hope
Jenny has made it clear she does not want people to treat her differently. Instead, her focus remains simple: continue living life as normally as possible. And through it all, Sumit says their bond has only grown stronger.
For California reality star Jenny Slaton, this chapter of life looks very different from the one fans first came to know through 90 Day Fiancé. What began as a love story that overcame distance, criticism, and cultural differences is now becoming a story of resilience, partnership, and facing uncertainty hand in hand.
While the road ahead may feel frightening, Jenny and Sumit appear committed to doing what they’ve always done. Standing together through whatever comes next.
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