Allison Holker, the widow of Stephen "tWitch" Boss, has revealed shocking details about her late husband's struggles as part of the promotion for her upcoming memoir, “This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the Light”.
tWitch, widely known for his role as the DJ on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”, passed away in December 2022 from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, leaving fans and the entertainment world in shock.
In a recent interview with “People” magazine, Holker, 36, who shares three children with Boss, revealed that after tWitch's death, she discovered a stash of drugs, including mushrooms and pills, hidden in his closet.
She made this discovery while selecting an outfit for his funeral.
"It was a really triggering moment for me," Holker explained, adding that she had no prior knowledge of his hidden struggles.
Holker expressed that this revelation was both alarming and heartbreaking. "I had to learn that there was so much happening that I had no clue about," she said.
She described the moment as a pivotal part of her grieving process, helping her understand the depth of tWitch's internal battles.
Despite believing they had open communication, she was unaware of the extent of his struggles, which included self-medicating to cope with past trauma.
tWitch had been sexually assaulted during his childhood, a trauma he carried with him into adulthood. Holker reflected on his attempts to manage his pain privately, saying, "He was wrestling with a lot inside himself and didn’t want to burden anyone because he loved everyone so much."
However, Holker's revelations have sparked backlash from some of tWitch's close friends and family. Courtney Ann Platt, a dancer and friend of tWitch, criticised Holker on social media, calling her memoir and interviews "tacky" and "opportunistic".
She accused Holker of running a "smear campaign" against tWitch and exploiting his memory for publicity. Platt's sentiments were echoed by tWitch's brother, Dré Rose, who supported Platt’s statements and expressed his own disappointment.
Despite the criticism, Holker stands by her decision to share her story, aiming to shed light on the complexities of mental health and the hidden struggles that many face.
Her memoir seeks to offer insight into her journey of love, loss and finding light in the darkness.