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A forthcoming biography cites Stephen Hawking’s father, in 1961 diaries, describing him as a lazy, unmotivated boy who hung around the house and didn’t study much—an image that contrasts with the later genius who defied ALS and authored "A Brief History of Time." The diary excerpts, referenced by The Guardian, appear in the book Stephen Hawking: His Life and Work and trace Hawking’s rise to world‑renowned physics.
Jenny Slatten, a 68-year-old star of 90 Day Fiancé, reveals she has ALS, sharing that she began experiencing symptoms in December 2024 and confirmed the diagnosis after a year of testing; she and husband Sumit Singh, who live in India, discussed the news in People magazine and on social media. ALS is a progressive, currently incurable neurodegenerative disease, with an average life expectancy of about 2–5 years after diagnosis. Slatten’s father died of ALS, and about 10% of cases are genetic. The couple is also set to appear in Season 3 of 90 Day: The Last Resort, which premieres June 1.
90 Day Fiancé’s Jenny Slatten revealed she has ALS after early symptoms like migraines, difficulty drinking water, swallowing pills, and slurred speech led her and husband Sumit Singh to seek answers; the diagnosis came after a fan suggested looking up ALS, and Slatten’s father died from ALS. The couple are pursuing genetic testing to slow progression and plan to continue life as they move toward the upcoming season of 90 Day: The Last Resort.
Jenny Slatten, 68, from 90 Day Fiancé, revealed she has ALS after a year of symptoms, confirming the diagnosis in an interview with People and on Instagram. She described progressive speech and swallowing difficulties and noted there is no cure. She and husband Sumit Singh plan to continue their TV appearances, including Season 3 of 90 Day: The Last Resort, as she begins navigating the disease with family support.
Actor Russell Andrews, known for Better Call Saul, Insecure, and Straight Outta Compton, revealed last fall that he has ALS, saying health problems and a lapse in health insurance during SAG-AFTRA strikes delayed care; he’s partnering with the ALS Network to raise awareness as he and fiancée Erica Tazel plan to marry, with Tazel serving as his caretaker, while ALS—Lou Gehrig’s disease—remains incurable and progressively debilitating.
Russell Andrews, the actor known for Better Call Saul, Insecure, and Straight Outta Compton, revealed in CNN that he has ALS, diagnosed in late fall after symptoms like twitching and weakness; after losing health insurance during a long hiatus and the pandemic, he sought care at Cedars-Sinai and a neurologist. He’s partnering with the ALS Network to raise awareness and meet lawmakers in D.C. about care and a cure, and his fiancée Erica Tazel says they remain committed to their wedding plans. The report also notes the ALS-related death of Eric Dane earlier this year.
AEW publicly showed support for Rebel (Tanea Brooks), who revealed she has terminal ALS, with veteran commentator Tony Schiavone delivering a heartfelt on-air message during Collision. The message expressed care and prayers for Rebel’s recovery, noting the crowd and AEW signs like “Rebel, we love you” and “Pray for Rebel.” Rebel, with AEW since 2019, is Britt Baker’s on-screen ally and also works as a makeup/hair stylist, highlighting her multifaceted role in the company.
AEW star Tanea 'Rebel' Brooks revealed she has terminal ALS, sharing an emotional message that her mobility and ability to speak will decline, after a history of health issues including lung cancer and a prior neurological condition; fans and peers have offered prayers and support.
AEW's Rebel (Tanea Brooks) revealed on social media that she has terminal ALS, detailing a two‑year medical journey and that her condition will progressively worsen. She thanked Tony Khan and AEW for support and asked fans to pray for a peaceful journey, noting prior health issues including a lung mass, pneumonia and primary pulmonary lymphoma.
Wrestlers from across major promotions are showing solidarity for Rebel as People Magazine expands coverage of her ALS story, signaling cross‑promotion support and helping raise awareness of her condition.
AEW star Rebel (Rebel Tanea Brooks) revealed on Instagram that she has terminal ALS, diagnosed by Mayo Clinic doctors after a two-year medical journey that followed a lung-cancer diagnosis. The motor neuron disease explains her struggles with walking and speaking and is expected to progress, prompting her to prepare for what lies ahead. She thanked Tony Khan and asked fans for prayers and support.
AEW star Tanea Brooks, aka Rebel, revealed that doctors diagnosed her with terminal ALS after evaluating complications while she awaited lung-surgery for masses, explaining that her difficulties in walking and talking are due to ALS and that most functions will likely decline; she thanks AEW chief Tony Khan, her colleagues and fans for support and asks for prayers as she faces an uncertain, peaceful journey.
A pro wrestler known as Rebel has revealed a terminal ALS diagnosis and thanks fans for their support as they face the disease; the article is credited to Erick Chambers and dated May 1, 2026.
Tanea Brooks, known as Rebel, disclosed she has been diagnosed with terminal ALS after previously battling primary pulmonary lymphoma and related neurological issues that impair speech; doctors say the ailment is terminal with uncertain prognosis, and she thanks Tony Khan and AEW for their support while asking for prayers for a peaceful journey.
A rare cluster of ALS cases in Montchavin, France has been linked to repeated consumption of wild false morels containing gyromitrin, a toxin that converts to monomethylhydrazine and may disrupt nerve signaling over long-term exposure. The mushrooms were re-identified as Gyromitra esculenta group, raising questions about genetic susceptibility and whether traditional cooking can fully mitigate risk, underscoring caution for foragers and the need for further study.