Source: ‘He was so excited,’
2023 was looking to be a very busy year. Stephen “tWitch” Boss Before his sudden death At age 40.
PEOPLE is informed by a source that Boss and his spouse are married. Allison Holker Boss “Multiple shows, brand deals, and projects were in pre-production for next year.”
Another insider shared his thoughts with PEOPLE: “He was so excited by all of the projects that he had coming up, and was very involved every day.”
His role in the upcoming SYTYCDPEOPLE confirms that there have been no decisions regarding a 2023 season.
Boss would not see any of his projects succeed as he was too busy. died by suicide on Tuesday. Allison confirmed the news in an exclusive PEOPLE statement. She also recalled how Stephen lit up every room that he entered.
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Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Stephen “tWitch” Boss, and Allison Holker
Allison, 34 years old, said that Allison valued his family, friends, community, and leadership with love was everything to him. He was our backbone, the best husband and dad, and an inspiration to all of his fans.
“To say he left behind a legacy is an understatement. And his positive impact on the world will continue to be felt,” she said. I’m certain there won’t be a single day that goes by without honoring his memory.
Allison ended her statement asking for privacy for their families and added a message for Stephen: “Stephen. I love you, we miss your, and will always save the last song for you.
Boss, in addition to Allison is also survived by children Zaia, Maddox, 6, Weslie, 14
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Boss was a MTV contestant who rose to fame. Wade Robson Project Before becoming a runnerup Star Search. Later, he participated in the on So You Think You Can Dance He was an All-Star in Season 4 of the show, finishing as a runner-up. He was a judge When the show will return in 2022.
In 2014, Boss joined The Ellen DeGeneres Show as a guest DJ. He was eventually a regular fixture on the series, and was promoted to co-executive producers status in 2020.
Reacting positively to the devastating news Ellen DeGeneres penned a heartfelt message A photo of the couple hugging is also included.
“I’m heartbroken. “tWitch was pure light and love,” she wrote on Instagram. “He was my family. I loved him with all of my heart. He will be missed by me. Send your support and love to Allison and his children, Weslie, Maddox and Zaia.
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She also shared an emotional video The final season of the series aired on Thursday. The Ellen DeGeneres ShowShe shows a collage of her favorite moments with the late star.
“Whenever he’s not here it’s just different … he’s my pal, he’s my sidekick, because we have this connection,” she shared in the video. “Just looking at him, he makes my laugh. He makes me laugh.
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Stars include Jennifer Lopez, JoJo Siwa?, and Jada Pinkett Smith Also available: Boss’s friends Starting at You think you can dance? And Dancing with the Stars Also paid tribute Follow him on social media.
Pinkett Smith wrote that “he was so sweet, generous and kind.” “So many people suffer silently. I wish he had known. May his shining, beautiful soul rest in peace with the Great Supreme. And may the same Higher Power heal his broken hearts.
Contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you or someone you care about is contemplating suicide. Call 988 or text “STRENGTH”, to the Crisis Text Line at 741711, or go to 988lifeline.org.