Jay & Pamela stars Pamela Chavez and Jay Manuel are one of TLC’s newest couples. They debuted with their reality show on March 4, 2025. Since then, many fans have become curious about how they navigate their lives amid their condition. The couple has a rare genetic disorder called Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 3. The genetic disorder gives the patient increased bone fragility and low bone mass. This resulted in their inability to grow taller, and they often suffered from bone fractures. But despite their condition, the TLC couple recently opened up about the possibility of having children. Keep reading to see their statements.
Jay & Pamela: The Couple’s Daily Struggles
Jay and Pamela have opened up about how they deal with their condition every day. According to Jay, they would often hit each other while reversing their motorized wheelchairs, which is something they can’t live with. They remain calm whenever they crash into one another, quickly apologizing to avoid things from escalating. The Jay & Pamela stars revealed that simple crashes or even just stretching could lead to bone fractures. They have already suffered hundreds of broken bones, and even hugging each other can lead to some severities.
Pamela Opens Up About Having Children
Pamela Chavez and Jay Manuel’s conditions made it difficult for them to do many things in life. But they remain positive and even become inspirations to many due to the smiles they show amid all the struggles. The Jay & Pamela stars currently own a pet dog named Cheddar. However, the two are still considering having a child of their own. During an interview, Pamela revealed that it’s been a conversation they’ve had over the years.
She added that if the future holds that, she believes they would be great parents. She continued, “However, right now we are dog parents, which is good for me. It’s good practice.”
Jay & Pamela: How Are The Couple Today?
Jay Manuel is currently a music producer. Many were amazed by how he defied all odds and became a successful musician. He also uses social media as a platform to spread awareness about their condition. Meanwhile, Pamela has been thriving as a social media influencer. She’s also a disability and LGBTQ advocate. The Jay & Pamela stars like to travel despite their condition as well. Many of their posts are about their attendance at parties and other outdoor activities.
The latest episode of Season 1 featured the couple’s journey to finding a place to live by their wedding day. However, their search proved to be difficult. The episode also featured Pamela Chavez’s shocking announcement of wanting to learn how to drive, which is something that her partner is skeptical about. The seventh episode will air on April 15, 2025. Unfortunately, TLC has yet to share a synopsis for the episode.
