Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss death updates — Ellen DeGeneres’ DJ mourned by wife in heartbreaking new post
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STEPHEN "tWitch" Boss' wife shared a touching photo of the pair one week after his tragic death.
Allison Holker posted a selfie with tWitch, along with the heartbreaking caption: "My ONE and ONLY Oh how my heart aches. We miss you so much."
His mother, Connie Boss Alexander, turned to social media to express gratitude to supporters for their prayers in a post on her Instagram Stories, as memorials and tributes to The Ellen DeGeneres Show DJ continue to pour in.
She also shared a photo from a FaceTime call along with the caption: "Oh if only I could FT to heaven…"
Last week, tWitch reportedly checked into a motel close to his home, and the next day was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The dancer, DJ, and actor reportedly died from suicide.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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Jojo Siwa’s ‘heart is beyond broken’
JoJo Siwa, who participated as a judge on SYTYCD alongside tWitch, .
She wrote in her caption: “My heart is beyond broken.💔😭 twitch was a best friend and a mentor not just to me but to SO many. I’ll never forget our time getting to work together on SYTYCD, he became such a light in my life.
“Someone I’ve looked up to since I was born turned one of my best friends. Twitch always had the best advice. We had SO many laughs, smiles, and even cries together. I know you’re in a better place now but man we are all gonna miss the hell outta you.
“Sending my most love and prayers to His beautiful wife and 3 perfect kids. ❤️ thank you for sharing your gift with the world. I’m ‘so esssicted’ to see you again one day (A inside joke between us that I will never let go of).
“Forever the worlds dance dad. Love you brother.🙏🏼 RIP the legendary Stephen Twitch Boss❤️”
Mario Lopez adds to tributes
Actor and TV personality Mario Lopez has added to the tributes for tWitch on social media.
He of the two performing viral dances together on Access Daily.
Mario added, “Being on @TheEllenShow numerous times throughout the years I got to know Twitch pretty well. Such a nice & sweet guy.
Always happy…You never know what’s going on in someone else’s life. Some of the “happiest” people are fighting daily battles behind closed doors. God Bless…”
tWitch did not appear to be upset upon arrival at motel
According to TMZ on Monday morning, tWitch checked into a motel not far from his Los Angeles residence.
He didn’t seem to be in any form of trouble or to be overtly upset about anything, according to motel staff members who were interviewed by the site.
When tWitch didn’t show up to check out of his motel room at 11am the next morning, staff checked on him only to find his body in his room.
The employees said that nobody heard gunfire at any time while tWitch was staying there, which is plausible given the motel’s layout—it has separate apartments, and the building is shaped like a U, per .
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
'My ONE and ONLY'
Allison Holker took to Instagram to honor her late husband tWitch, posting a photo of them, with the caption: "My ONE and ONLY"
";Oh how my heart aches. We miss you so much."
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Fan calls out 'tasteless and insensitive' behavior
Following tWitch's death, a fan took to Twitter to call out others for blaming the late dancer's family and loved ones for his passing.
The user wrote: "Stop blaming the victims' loved ones when they commit suicide. Saw it with Bianca Naidoo when Riky Rick passed away, and some people are now attempting to pin Stephen "tWitch" Boss's death on Allison Holker.
"It's quite tasteless and insensitive."
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
A mother tweets about tWitch's death
The death of dancer, DJ, and producer tWitch has shaken the community, making people think about how they would feel in his family's place.
One mother took to Twitter and wrote: "I think and pray for Stephen Twitch Boss family today. As a mother, I can not imagine that call. His wife have double duty to manage her own grief, pain and that of their children."
There was a tWitch before the Ellen DeGeneres Show
Fans that have been with tWitch since the start of his on-screen career have been taking to Twitter to remind others that he wasn't just the Ellen DeGeneres Show DJ—he got his start as a dancer.
In a , one fan wrote: "I was first introduced to Stephen Twitch Boss during this performance. I never [k]new him from the Ellen show. I always remembered him from when he was a performer. Such a great performer he was."
tWitch's death was a 'tremendous loss'
Comedian Wanda Sykes took to Twitter on December 14 to pay her respects to tWitch.
She : "Heartbroken and struggling to make sense of this tremendous loss. tWitch’s warmth and energy was unmatched. Sending my love to his wife Allison and their children.
"If you are struggling or in crisis, call or text 988, help is available."
Gabby Petito’s mom pays tribute to tWitch
Gabby Petito’s mother, Nicole Schmidt has on Twitter, and offered support to those who are struggling.
“To all…I’m here, to talk, to listen, to just be here. You matter, you are loved. Blessings friends.”
“RIP Stephen TWitch Boss.”
She went on to share a post by Andre Ramsey.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
tWitch had plans to join the Navy
He said in interviews that he intended to join the Navy if he had not been selected for So You Think You Can Dance, per the .
However, the program accepted him, and for years he would come back to perform with fresh competitors and act as a judge.
More on tWitch and Allison’s projects
tWitch and his wife Allison Holker had projects planned with HGTV before his sudden passing.
The couple was scheduled to collaborate with HGTV in the new year.
A spokesperson for the network told , “We are taking the time to consider different scenarios,”
“But for now, our primary focus remains on wishing our best to Allison and the entire Boss family during this difficult time.”
tWitch and his wife had multiple projects in store
Before his sudden passing, Stephen “tWitch” Boss had multiple TV projects in store with his wife, Allison Holker.
According to , the pair was working with HGTV to develop their own show, Living the Dream.
The show would have tWitch and Allison help first time buyers find a home.
The couple was also in talks to oversee the construction of a full-sized Malibu Barbie Dream House in Santa Clarita.
The filming was scheduled to begin in January.
Alex Wong speaks on fellow dancer
So You Think You Can Dance contestant, Alex Wong spoke out about the passing of his fellow dancer, tWitch.
He took to his in a tearful video remembering who tWitch was.
Wong stated, "today we lost one of the greatest dancers of all time."
He ended his video with a message for those watching, "I just want to remind everyone to reach out to the ones you love and don't take anyone for granted."
Fans remember tWitch on SYTYCD
Fans are taking to Twitter to honor tWitch for his contribution to the dance community.
One user posted a of tWitch on the show dancing with his fellow contestant, Alex Wong.
The two performed a hip-hop number to Lil Jon's hit Outta Your Mind.
Fans took to the comments to praise the performance and tWitch himself.
One user commented, "This was my absolute favourite dance of all time!! We never know what people hide behind their smiles."
Ellen DeGeneres: ‘I’m heartbroken’
Ellen DeGeneres paid tribute to her former DJ tWitch on . She worked closely with him on her daytime talk show from 2014 until its conclusion in 2022. He was also made executive producer within that time.
“I’m heartbroken,” Ellen wrote in her Instagram caption. She posted a photo of herself embracing the dancer. “tWitch was pure love and light. He was my family, and I loved him with all my heart. I will miss him.
“Please send your love and support to Allison and his beautiful children – Weslie, Maddox, and Zaia.”
Carson Daly breaks down
Today host Carson Daly choked back his emotions and tears during a live TV segment about the death of his friend, Stephen “tWitch” Boss.
TWitch took his life on Tuesday morning in a Los Angeles motel roomat the age of 40.
On Thursday morning, Today aired a segment on tWitch, his career, life and legacy.
After the clips of the beloved dancer aired, the hosts talked about tWitch’s legacy.
Hoda chimed in: “This is so shocking. Carson, you were close to him.”
“I loved him,” he said, as he cleared his throat.
“As advertised, 50,000 watt smile. This was really hard to wrap your head around because so many people close to tWitch tried to figure out ‘What was it? What happened?’”
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
When Allison and tWitch got married
On December 10, 2013, the two dancers married each other at Nigel Lythgoe’s Villa San Juliette Vineyard and Winery in California.
Holker has one daughter from a previous relationship, Weslie Renae.
After tWitch adopted Weslie, the two welcomed their first child together in March of 2016: Maddox Laurel.
Three years later, Allison gave birth to their daughter, Zaia.
Channing Tatum pays tribute
Channing Tatum to his Instagram yesterday remembering the late tWitch.
The post said: “I have no words. There aren’t any. My head or heart can not understand this. There is just so much… i don’t know where to begin. I love you. I’ll see you again my friend. Until then.”
NFL legend pays tribute to tWitch
Good Morning America co-host and former football player Michael Strahan took to Twitter to pay his respects to “his friend Twitch.”
Michael wrote: “From the set of Ellen & Magic Mike to the texts to check in & support each other you were always a real brotha.
“You are loved & will be missed. Your legacy will always be remembered.
“Sending my love & condolences to Allison & his family.”