Former Try Guys member Ned Fulmer emotionally revealed his 12-year battle with multiple sclerosis in a YouTube video, breaking down in tears as he shared his diagnosis and ongoing struggles with the chronic autoimmune disease.
In a deeply personal video posted on Sunday, Fulmer partnered with WalkMS to disclose his condition, which he had kept secret since 2013. He explained that he has relapsing-remitting MS and hopes his story will help others facing similar challenges. The 38-year-old described feeling afraid to talk about it for years but decided to be more open to raise awareness and support for those with the disease.
Fulmer recounted the terrifying onset of his symptoms, recalling a morning in 2013 when he woke up unable to move his legs. Later that night, he collapsed on his bathroom floor and was rushed to the hospital, where doctors performed a spinal tap. This sudden paralysis marked the beginning of his journey with MS, a condition that affects the brain and spinal cord, causing a range of neurological issues.
He underwent intensive treatments, including powerful IV steroids to reduce inflammation in his brain and plasma exchange to remove antibodies attacking his nervous system. Fulmer shared that he started to regain strength and could move his legs again, which he described as feeling “like a miracle.” These interventions helped stabilize his condition, but the experience left him with lasting fears about his health.
Despite being in remission, Fulmer lives with daily numbness in his hands and the constant anxiety of relapsing. He noted that symptoms can flare up with temperature changes, stress, alcohol, or lack of sleep, requiring him to manage his lifestyle carefully. His MRIs have remained stable, and he credits modern disease-modifying therapies for keeping the disease under control, with relapses now potentially occurring only once every five to 10 years.
To raise awareness and funds, Fulmer embarked on a grueling 14-hour walk, covering 26.2 miles—the distance of a marathon—while filming the experience. He pledged to donate $1,000 to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society for every 10 miles walked, emphasizing the importance of supporting research and community resources. This physical challenge was emotionally taxing, with Fulmer breaking down in tears upon completion, but he hopes it inspires others to persevere through their own battles.
The emotional revelation comes amid personal turmoil, as Fulmer separated from his wife Ariel in September 2025, three years after being fired from The Try Guys due to a workplace affair. He emphasized that his focus remains on his children and health, and the couple continues to co-parent their two sons amicably. Fulmer has since launched a podcast, “Rock Bottom,” where he and Ariel discussed their separation and ongoing friendship.
By sharing his story, Fulmer aims to destigmatize MS and encourage open conversations about chronic illness. He expressed gratitude for the medical advances that have improved his quality of life and hopes his transparency will provide comfort and motivation to others. As he moves forward, Fulmer plans to continue advocating for MS awareness while balancing his health and family responsibilities.
