Former Ellen Degeneres DJ Stephen 'tWitch' Boss Has Died & His Wife Is Speaking Out
"He was the backbone of this family."
A well-known dancer and the former DJ on The Ellen Degeneres Show, Stephen "tWitch" Boss has died at the age of 40.
Boss' wife, Alison Holker Boss, confirmed her husband's passing to People on Wednesday and has asked for privacy for her family.
TMZ reports that Boss died by suicide.
"It is with the heaviest of hearts that I have to share my husband Stephen has left us," Allison Holker Boss said in a statement to People.
"Stephen lit up every room he stepped into. He valued family, friends and community above all else and leading with love and light was everything to him. He was the backbone of our family, the best husband and father, and an inspiration to his fans."
"To say he left a legacy would be an understatement, and his positive impact will continue to be felt," she continued. "I am certain there won't be a day that goes by that we won't honor his memory. We ask for privacy during this difficult time for myself and especially for our three children."
"Stephen, we love you, we miss you, and I will always save the last dance for you."
Boss often created content around dancing with his wife on his Instagram page.
His last video, posted a couple of days before his death, showed the couple dancing in front of their Christmas tree.
The couple had also brought in their ninth wedding anniversary over the weekend.
Boss was a well-known dancer in Hollywood, following his breakthrough on So You Think You Can Dance in 2008 and returning as an All-Star subsequently before turning into a judge in 2022.
The dancer is also famous for appearing on Ellen DeGeneres' talk show as a guest DJ in 2014, and later joining the crew permanently in 2020. He also became a co-executive producer on the show.
Boss appeared in several movies, including the 2015 film Magic Mike XXL and the 2010 film Stomp the Yard: Homecoming.
Many fans are heartbroken by the news of his passing and have shared condolences online.
Another Twitter user wrote they are sending "prayers to his friends and family."
Boss is survived by his wife Alison and their three children, Weslie, 14, Maddox, 6, and Zaia, 3.
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of harming themselves, please reach out to a trusted peer, parent or health care professional. You can also call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which is available 24 hours a day, or consult these additional support resources. If you need immediate assistance, please call 911 or go to your nearest hospital. Support is available.