Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss death updates — Ellen DeGeneres’ DJ mourned by wife in heartbreaking new post

Family gathered at funeral home

Stephen "tWitch" Boss's family was seen gathering at a funeral home.

The family confirmed last week the dancer died by 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.

Kris Jenner mourns tWitch

Upon hearing the tragic news, Kris took to  and shared a sweet photo of him.

She captioned the post: “My heart is heavy today. tWitch brought so much laughter and joy to so many people and I am so grateful and blessed to have had the time with him on the Ellen Show that I did.

“He was always so kind and amazing. Truly a special soul. I am heartbroken, and my heart goes out to his beautiful wife, Alison, and their children Weslie, Maddox and Zaia.

“I am praying for you all and sending my love,” the 68-year-old added.

DJ tWitch left without warning

Stephen tWitch‘s wife, Allison Holker reportedly told police that her husband left home without warning and stopped all communication.

that law enforcement said Holker told them there was no argument or issue, and tWitch wouldn’t answer her calls.

Death comes just after wedding anniversary

tWitch’s shocking death comes just days after Boss and Allison celebrated their nine-year wedding anniversary on Saturday.

Boss shared several photos from their wedding and captioned it, “Happy anniversary my love #9years” along with a string of heart emojis.

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.

'I can emote how I feel by dancing'

Dance has always been a big part of tWitch's life, with him having started working on his craft when he was a teenager.

He told in 2014: "Dance constitutes a lot of the conversation that I have.

"While I’m not a ridiculous wordsmith and I can’t clearly verbalize the things that I’m feeling sometimes, I’d say that I can emote how I feel by dancing, 100 percent of the time, and fearlessly at that.”

Ellen DeGeneres seems heartbroken after tWitch's death

Following the unfortunate passing of Stephen "tWitch" Boss over the weekend, Ellen DeGeneres was spotted acting devastated, according to .

The first time Ellen has been seen since her beloved former DJ committed suicide in a Los Angeles motel room on December 13 is when she was photographed with her wife, Portia de Rossi, on Friday while visiting the couple's Santa Barbara home.

After Boss' sad death, the 64-year-old comedian and TV personality did her best to project a confident demeanor, but images obtained exclusively by reveal that Ellen was still grieving emotionally.

Comment from NYT reader on tWitch obituary

An editor at the New York Times took to Twitter to that someone left on the outlet's tWitch obituary.

The comment reads: "When you're old, and isolated like in the midst of the COVID pandemic, you can turn on your TV in the afternoon and see a young man dance and make you smile, you can forget all bad stuff. You just smile. Smiling is the moment of the day. And this young man did all that for me. He saved my lonely, decrepit COVID isolating days with his smiles, his dancing, his generosity of character... right there in my living room TV.

"I am grieving with such deep sadness. Gone? He's gone? One of the most sad days in this old lady's life, today. He took COVID's isolation away. And only someone very, very, very special could accomplish that.

"It's a dark day, today. He brought the light which is no more.

"We are in disbelief and grieve so for his loved ones."

Stephen Boss’s 40th birthday

Stephen, tWitch Boss celebrated his 40th birthday on September 29th.

His mother took to  to wish her son a Happy Birthday stating, “All the professional accomplishments not withstanding, what strikes me more is the man you have become…

from a son and brother, to a husband and father.. I couldn’t have envisioned a better journey.. Not always easy but oh the outcome is….everything!🌍”

His wife, Allison Holker also  to celebrate tWitch’s birthday and she added, “I love you so much! You are such an incredible husband, father and I am always so impressed with the way you continue to grow in every aspect of life!

You are a constant source of inspiration and love!!”

Stephen 'tWitch' Boss was in high spirits on his birthday

Emmy and NAACP Image Award winning Comedian and Celebrity Host Loni Love posted videos of tWitch from his 40th birthday on Twitter.

In the videos tWitch seems happy as he's smiling and dancing around with guests.

Above the videos she : "A kind soul and a sweet person.. that is how I will remember Twitch... This was his 40th birthday party .. my heart goes out to his family especially Allison and their beautiful kids.. this is devastating... I love you brother and will miss you dearly."

Good Morning America’s Jennifer Ashton opens up about husband’s suicide, conclusion

She continued, "When things are at our worst... a non-suicidal mind will say: This is so painful, this is the low point, this can't last forever.

"I have to hope and think that tomorrow may be better.

"A suicidal mind at those low points will say: This pain is unbearable, tomorrow it may be a million times worse. I can't handle any more pain, therefore I have to get out now."

Dr Ashton, author of Life After Suicide: Finding Courage, Comfort & Community After Unthinkable Loss, said that perspective helped her come to accept the tragedy.

"It doesn't mean that they don't love their loved ones," she said.

"It doesn't mean that they are not appreciative of the things that are going right in their lives.

"It just means that in that moment, they're affected by this very dangerous and irrational way of thinking."

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.

Good Morning America’s Jennifer Ashton opens up about husband’s suicide, continued

Ashton said her family were in a state of shock, as they were "trying to understand how someone who loved his children so much could do something like suicide."

To help them come to terms with what happened, Ashton said her psychologist assured them in a way she "will never forget for the rest of my life."

She said the psychologist told them: "Here's one way to understand how different a suicidal mind is versus a non-suicidal mind.

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.

Good Morning America's Jennifer Ashton opens up about husband's suicide

GMA's Jennifer Ashton has revealed the heartbreaking way a psychologist helped her family deal with her husband's tragic suicide.

The physician and author opened up about her family's ordeal following her husband Robert's sudden suicide in 2017.

Speaking on Good Morning America, Dr Ashton shared how her psychologist explained the heart-wrenching difference between a suicidal mind and a non-suicidal mind.

She revealed that following the loss of her husband, her family were in a psychologist's office less than 24 hours later.

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.

College student feels impact of tWitch’s death

In an interview with  Lindsay Light explained the impact tWitch’s death had on her.

Light attends Chapman University in Southern California, the very same institution where Boss was trained in dance.

“He was really all about personalization,” she said.

Boss’ death left Light as shocked as many others across the country.

“Personally, he was really the last person I ever thought this would happen to,” Light said.

Kerry Washington’s tribute

Actress Kerry Washington posted a touching message to her Twitter after learning of tWitch’s untimely death.

The “Scandal” actress : “The world lost a bright light today. Twitch brought joy and love to people all over the world through music and through dance. My heart is heavy today for his family and all of those who knew and loved him.”

Under the touching message she urged others to love one another writing, “You never know what people are struggling with or going through. Hug your loved ones. Call your friends. Reach out to people in need. And if you or someone you know is in a crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK.”

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.

Kalen Allen shares kind words

Guest contributor for the Ellen DeGeneres show Kalen Allen shared a sweet message to his Twitter upon finding out of the late tWitch’s death.

Kalen , “To my beloved friend, confidant, and brother… God knows, my heart is at a standstill because I have never known a friend like you. No words, dance, or show can adequately capture just how magnificent your existence was to this world and me.”

Attached to the tweet was a picture of both arm in arm with tWitch smiling and Kalen blowing a kiss.

Heartfelt Tiktok from Jennifer Hudson show

The official TikTok of the Jennifer Hudson show posted a touching clip of Jennifer Hudson talking about the late DJ.

Hudson talked about his charisma and how he would want the crowd and everyone to continue on and bring joy.

She also added how producers of her current show are in mourning because they directly worked with tWitch on the Ellen DeGeneres show.

Derek Hough’s touching TikTok

Former DWTS professional dancer Derek Hough posted an emotional  discussing the topic of suicide.

In the TikTok he talks about losing someone he knew that took their life on Thanksgiving morning.

He also urged individuals to let someone be there for them if they are feeling down and feel like nothing will ever get better.

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.

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.”

Several celebrities comment on tWitch’s death

A plethora of celebrities have shared their thoughts after learning of Ellen DJ tWitch.

Gayle King commented saying: “It’s such a painful reminder that you never ever know what people are going through”

Carson Daly also shared his opinion saying: “I think people have to stop assuming that when you see people on television that their okay.”

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 was ‘going through a tough time’ after show ended

DJ Boof- who spun for The Wendy Williams Show for 10 years, exclusively told The U.S. Sun that he and the late DJ tWitch had connected over social media through the years, as well as in the aftermath of Ellen DeGeneres‘ show ending.

Boof told The U.S. Sun: “I wish I was closer to him. I could have told him, ‘I know what you’re going through because I’ve been through that. Yeah, it’s a tough time, trust me, I understand.'”

“I reached out to him after the Ellen show ended, just to show my support because I know what it feels like to be at a talk show for years and then to have that disappear.”

“We were the only ones to be a DJ at a successful talk show. I don’t know what the reason is for why he is not around- but sometimes you wish you had a closer relationship with someone if you think you may be in a position to offer support.”

Ciara pays tribute to tWitch

“I am so crushed to hear the news that you are no longer with us,”  following the breaking news of tWitch’s death.

“I’ve always known you as joy, laughter, good times, and a big smile! Heaven has gained an angel today!

“May you rest in paradise. Praying for your family during this difficult time.”

tWitch on the Ellen DeGeneres controversy

In response to 2020 claims that the Ellen DeGeneres Show had a toxic work environment, tWitch said to  that the program had “some things to address, but from my standpoint and from countless others, there’s been love.

“I’ll just leave it at that until there’s a time where we can address more publicly.”

What was tWitch’s net worth?

 estimates Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ net worth to be $5million.

He was said to have received a $1million yearly compensation while appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

Between 2018 and 2020, he and his wife hosted Disney’s Fairyw Tale Weddings on Disney+.

Stephen and Allison got married in 2013. They have three kids together: Weslie, 14, Maddox, 6, and Zaia, 3.