In a shocking expose, a man has documented the disturbing reality of the Whittaker family, a group believed to be one of the most inbred families in the United States.
This family, who live in a remote region of Appalachia, engages in a bizarre form of communication, using a series of grunts and unintelligible sounds rather than normal speech.
The Whittaker family, which numbers in the dozens, has a long history of incest. This has caused serious health problems and developmental issues in the family.
Over the years, their inbreeding has made them more and more isolated from the rest of society. They have retreated into their own small community. They do not want any outside contact or influence.
Rather than using recognizable words or sentences, they rely on a range of guttural noises and animalistic sounds to convey their thoughts and feelings.
This strange expression is believed to be a direct result of the extensive inbreeding within the family, which has led to brain abnormalities and communication difficulties.
In the footage captured by the man documenting the Whittakers, family members can be seen interacting with one another, exchanging a series of grunts, groans, and other strange behaviors.
In addition to their unique way of communicating, the Whittaker family shows various physical and developmental problems.
Many have facial deformities, growth delays, and learning disabilities due to generations of inbreeding.
The Whittakers' isolation and limited medical care worsen their health issues. Some suffer severe neurological disorders, chronic pain, and other debilitating conditions.
Known for their genetic deformities resulting from inbreeding, they gained significant online attention after being featured in a popular YouTube documentary series by videographer Mark Laita on his "Soft White Underbelly" channel.
Laita's series fascinated and shocked viewers with glimpses into the Whittakers' living conditions and physical abnormalities.
To the family's situation, Laita launched two GoFundMe campaigns that collectively raised approximately $130,000 from generous donors.
In an interview with YouTuber Tyler Oliveira, Betty Whittaker's claim that she didn't know where the donated money went infuriated Laita, who had consistently supported them financially.
He accused the family of regularly requesting large sums without transparency about expenditures.
Despite Laita's belief that the funds had significantly enhanced the Whittakers' living conditions, he felt deeply betrayed by what he perceived as ingratitude.
Therefore, he shut down both GoFundMe campaigns, effectively cutting off their access to remaining donations.
