Allison Holker celebrates Stephen ‘tWitch’ boss birthday after death
Allison Holker marks her first wedding anniversary without late husband Stephen “tWitch” Boss.
“We honor love by finding peace and gratitude in the memories of those who transformed our souls forever,” she wrote in one post. Instagram post on Sunday, December 10, sharing a black and white photo from the couple’s wedding. “On our anniversary, I find myself in a space of peace and embracing so many beautiful moments that I have felt and experienced. I celebrate our love with all my heart.”
Fans and famous friends took to the comments section to share their condolences for 35-year-old Holker and her family. Ellen DeGenereswho worked with Boss for several years on her eponymous daytime talk show, wrote: “Sending you love.”
Chrishel Stause added, “Your beauty and strength are incredible. His light will always shine through you♥️🙏🏼, while Jeannie Mai wrote: “You are a burning ray of inspiration for me❤️🙏.”
Holker’s eldest daughter, 15-year-old Weslie, left three red heart emojis in the comments section.
Boss and Holker tied the knot in 2013 and subsequently welcomed son Maddox, 7, and daughter Zaia, 3. Boss adopted Weslie, who Holker shares with an ex, after their wedding day.
Sunday would have been ten years of marriage for the man So you think you can dance alums. The couple previously celebrated their ninth wedding anniversary with throwback photos shared via social media in December 2022, days before. We weekly confirmed Boss’s death at age 40.
Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss and Allison Holker
Michael Rowe/Getty Images for IMDbThe Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed at the time that Boss died by suicide. A new autopsy report earlier this year found that there were no drugs or alcohol in his system when he died. According to the documents, Holker told authorities that “to her knowledge, [Boss] has no history of suicide attempts or thoughts of suicide,” nor did he have “any mental health problems.” She also noted that Boss “had no financial or marital problems.”
Every time Allison Holker has honored Stephen ‘tWitch’ boss since his death
Honoring a lost love. Allison Holker has often paid tribute to her late husband, Stephen “tWitch” Boss, following his death in December 2022. “To my husband, best friend, darling, Chee-chalker, Superman and father of my children, I love you for always and ALWAYS!” Holker wrote via Instagram in January 2023 alongside a slideshow of images of […]
Holker addressed her husband’s death in a December 2022 statement, calling Boss “the backbone” of their family. “To say he left a legacy would be an understatement, and his positive impact will continue to be felt,” she continued. “I am confident that not a day will go by that we will not honor his memory. We ask for privacy during this difficult time for myself and especially for our three children.”
Holker has since opened up about coping with her loss, sharing honest updates with fans via social media. In May, she sat down for her first TV interview since Boss’ death.
“I still feel like the rest of the world is still shocked,” she said Today. “No one is ready for that moment and no one saw this coming. No one – and that breaks my heart too.”
Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss and Allison Holker’s relationship timeline
A match made in the studio. Stephen “tWitch” Boss and Allison Holker first connected while pursuing their shared passion: dance. Former DJ Ellen and the choreographer met during season 7 of So You Think You Can Dance, which aired in 2010. “She says she took the first step,” Boss told Dance Spirit magazine […]
Holker noted at the time that she felt “so sad” that Boss’ struggles went unseen. “He wanted to be the strong one for everyone, and I think it was a little scary for him to think that he might have to ask for help,” she explained. “He was so much love and light. He really wanted to be everyone’s Superman and he said that often.”
Reflecting on the “really difficult conversations” she had with her children, she said: “For us, daddy is in the stars. So we can go out and talk to him whenever we want.”
Earlier this year, Holker celebrated what would have been Boss’ 41st birthday in September with a heartfelt Instagram tribute. “We honor our beautiful, sweet, kind and loving Stephen tWitch Laurel Boss,” she wrote alongside family photos taken at the Boss cemetery. “Forever in our hearts and minds, carrying us, guiding us and lifting us up. We feel your presence every day and will be forever grateful for the wonderful times we shared together.”
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, call National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.