Jenny Slatten loses voice to ALS – Sumit’s urgent U.S. visa plea saves

**Jenny Slatten and Sumit Singh Post Dire Update on ALS Progression**

Jenny Slatten, 68, and her husband Sumit Singh, 38, announced that Slatten has lost the ability to speak as part of her ongoing battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

The couple released a video on Instagram Sunday that shows Singh asking if she would like to say anything to fans; her reply was a quiet, “No, I can’t talk.” In the same clip, Singh explained that Slatten’s disease is now affecting her speech and mobility.

The video also reveals that Slatten’s walking has become increasingly difficult.

Singh said, “I feel like it’s more about Jenny losing strength in her backbone and neck and all … her spine, which is making it difficult for Jenny to balance while she’s walking or doing anything.” He added that the progression of ALS is making it hard for Slatten to speak at all.

The couple’s story has unfolded since May, when they first revealed Slatten’s diagnosis. They recently clarified that she had not been hospitalized, although the disease’s effects were already visible in her speech. “I’m OK,” Slatten told fans in an Instagram video.

“I talk slow but I’m able to take care of myself … with help from him.”

## Background & Context

Slatten and Singh met on the reality‑TV series *90 Day Fiancé*, and after a whirlwind romance, she moved from the United States to India to marry him. Now, with her condition worsening, Singh is advocating for treatment options that are unavailable in India.

He has expressed a strong desire for Slatten to return to the U.S. for better medical care, but their visa application remains pending. “If I don’t get the visa, it means that we will be apart forever,” Singh said, emphasizing his reluctance to have Slatten travel alone.

The couple’s appeal is not the first instance of a *90 Day Fiancé* cast member facing international travel obstacles due to medical needs. Last month, Armando Rubio and Kenny Niedermeier received widespread support after Rubio was denied entry into Arizona from Mexico to see his hospitalized 13‑year‑old daughter.

Their case drew significant attention, eventually allowing Rubio a humanitarian visa to visit his child.

## What People Are Saying

In their plea for help, Singh mentioned the supportive response that Rubio and Niedermeier received.

He urged anyone with immigration or legal expertise to assist: “I hope someone will be able to come up with a solution, maybe a lawyer or attorney or someone, a specialist in immigration or something.” He also reiterated his love for Slatten, noting, “We love each other, and obviously, I want Jenny to start getting treated and I want Jenny to start feeling better or at least have a support system that makes her feel like not struggling every day.” Singh stated that he is ready to provide any documentation needed for the visa process.

The public has reacted with concern and compassion. Fans have followed the couple’s updates since May, noting the progression of Slatten’s symptoms. While the disease has not required hospitalization, its impact on speech and mobility has become increasingly apparent.

## What Happens Next

Slatten and Singh continue to seek a pathway for her to receive advanced care in the United States. The key hurdle remains securing a visa that allows them to travel together. Singh stressed that if he cannot obtain the visa, Slatten may be unable to return to India after receiving treatment in the U.S., creating a permanent separation.

The couple has expressed willingness to provide full documentation and support to facilitate the visa application.

They have not yet announced any official next steps beyond their public appeal. The situation remains fluid, with the couple’s fans awaiting further updates on Slatten’s health and the status of their immigration efforts.

In a world where medical needs can outpace bureaucratic processes, Slatten and Singh’s story underscores the challenges patients and families face when seeking optimal treatment abroad. Their candid updates continue to draw attention and support from viewers who hope for a resolution that brings both health and unity back to the couple.