According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner, Stephen “tWitch” Boss committed suicide on Tuesday. The county confirmed that the acclaimed professional dancer committed suicide by shooting himself in the head with a gun.

The incident is said to have occurred at a motel in Encino, California. Following an investigation, the medical examiner-coroner ruled out any foul play and found that Boss had committed an intentional act of self-harm.

Many people worldwide were shocked by the abrupt death of Stephen “tWitch” Boss, known for his elegance and talent as a dancer and his popularity following appearances on shows like Ellen and So You Think You Can Dance. He has also appeared in some films over the years.

It’s awful to think that tWitch felt so hopeless and desperate that he took matters into his own hands and committed suicide. We must never take mental health for granted, and we can all endeavor to be more understanding of those who are going through terrible periods in their lives, times that they feel they cannot cope with any longer. With optimism, we can work together to prevent tragedies like this from happening again.

On Wednesday, the beloved wife of the late star, Allison Holker Boss, voiced her heart-wrenching thoughts about her husband’s demise. She described Stephen as someone who brought brightness into every environment he entered and valued his family and friends beyond anything else.

He believed in leading with love and compassion and desired to bring change by providing an example for people to follow.

Allison went on to say how vital he was to their family, bringing strength and steadfast support. She also mentioned how his selflessness influenced many people in his neighborhood.

He had a generous person who gave himself liberally, which led to a great relationship with others around him. Stephen worked hard to be the best husband and father, which showed in love exuded within their home.

Amid such grief, what remains are the beautiful memories shared by them all and the incredible legacy Stephen has left behind.

Stephen Boss was a well-known and prominent man in the entertainment world who left an unforgettable impression on everyone he met. Allison, his wife, characterized him as having a “legacy” that would not be forgotten. Boss leaves behind three children, Zaia (3), Maddox (6), and Weslie (1), in addition to Allison (14).

Before his breakthrough on Star Search in 2003, Boss had established himself as a contender on MTV’s The Wade Robson Project. He rose to popularity two years later as the runner-up on So You Think You Can Dance before returning to the show as an All-Star mentor and judge in 2022.

Boss made his debut as a guest DJ on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2014. He continued a strong involvement on the show for the next six years, until he died in 2022, with Ellen finally appointing him co-executive producer that same year.

Ellen has already paid tribute to her friend and family member, calling him “pure light and love,” and has expressed her sorrow to Allison and their three children. Other celebrities, including Jennifer Lopez, JoJo Siwa, and Jada Pinkett Smith, have expressed their grief at Stephen’s death, asking for healing prayers for his loved ones during this challenging time.