Ellen DeGeneres recently honored the memory of her late friend and former show DJ, Stephen 'tWitch' Boss, on what would have been his 41st birthday. DeGeneres, who hosted The Ellen DeGeneres Show , shared a touching tribute on her Instagram account.
In her post, DeGeneres expressed her deep affection for Boss, writing, 'Happy birthday tWitch. I miss you every day.' She accompanied the message with a heartfelt photo of herself and Boss embracing on the stage of her show during his sendoff in 2022, when the show came to an end.
Career and Legacy
Stephen 'tWitch' Boss rose to fame after appearing on So You Think You Can Dance season 4. He later joined The Ellen DeGeneres Show as the DJ in 2014 and eventually became an executive producer on the series six years later.
Boss passed away in December 2022 at the age of 40. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed that he died by suicide. Following his death, DeGeneres shared several tributes, including a montage of memorable moments from the show, highlighting the significant impact Boss had on her life and the show.
Support and Tributes
DeGeneres has been a constant source of support for Boss's family, particularly his wife, Allison Holker. Holker praised DeGeneres for being a 'huge support system' and for providing wise words during difficult times. Holker and Boss had three children together: Weslie, Maddox, and Zaia.
In her tributes, DeGeneres emphasized the importance of honoring Boss's memory by continuing to spread love, laughter, and joy. She encouraged everyone to 'laugh and hug each other, play games and dance and sing' as a way to keep his spirit alive.
For those struggling with emotional distress or considering suicide, DeGeneres and others have highlighted the importance of seeking help. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available for those in need.
