News of Stephen tWitch Boss's passing hit everyone hard, not just for his bubbly personality but also because he posted on TikTok doing what he does best, "dance," a few hours before he was found dead.
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Derek Hough & Hayley Erbert Reflect On Stephen 'tWitch' Boss' Impact
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Derek Hough And Hayley Erbert Are Remembering Their Friend
Undoubtedly, his family is going through a tiring time, especially his mother, wife, and children. However, his friends, Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert, ain't left out of the equation as they remember their friend.
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On Handling Traumatic Experiences
The couple opened up about processing back-to-back traumatic experiences — the death of Stephen "tWitch" Boss and surviving a terrible car accident — while speaking to ET at home for their couples week interview.
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The Couple Had A Terrifying Accident
The couple figured in a terrifying car accident on December 12 and posted a video of it to Instagram. "A steep hill, icy roads, a tree, and worst of all, the fear that we would slide off the mountain," said Erbert of the accident. Erbert said that given the circumstances, there is "so much to be grateful for" despite the ordeal.
Discovering The Death Of Their Friend
The couple learned the following day that Boss, a close friend, had committed suicide.
Everything Was Heightened For The Couple
Derek told ET;
“It was after the accident, the very next day we found out, so we were kind of coming off this traumatic experience that was already just, like, heightened. And then hearing about that was, um, I don't know honestly, it took a while to really sink in."
How He Didn't React Immediately
He continued;
"I don't think I cried, like, with the accident and then with that on top of it, it took me, like, I think two days to, like, cry. You know, to really just let it all out 'cause I was holding on to so much and, you know, her with the history dancing with tWitch."
Derek Paid Tribute To Stephen tWitch Boss' Family
Hough posted an emotional Instagram tribute to Boss shortly after learning of his passing;
"My heart is aching for @allisonholker and their beautiful family during this time. My mind is clinging to memories of the dear friend we have all lost. When I think of twitch I think of Wisdom, Love, Light and Laughter."
Describing His Shock At The News
Derek described how shocking the news was for him in the Instagram video, considering how Stephen was the most positive person he knew.
Hayley's All Star
Erbert and Boss were dancing partners on season 10 of So You Think You Can Dance in 2013.
"He was my all-star on So You Think You Can Dance, so it was tough. That was a tough one to digest," said Erbert.
Hayley Pays Tribute To Stephen tWitch
She also paid tribute to the DJ jockey on Instagram.
"At a complete loss for words to describe how I feel.. My heart is breaking. Stephen was truly such a light in this world for SO many and I will forever be grateful to have had the opportunity to be mentored by, dance with, and become friends with him. My heart is going out to @allisonholker and their beautiful children. Rest easy, Twitch. You are so loved 💙🕊️"
She wrote.
Hayley Talks About His Legacy
However, while speaking to ET the dancer revealed;
"His legacy is forever intact, especially [with] the dance community. Just a person who lived so beautifully and impacted so many. I think that when he did pass, I think that people were even surprised, like, 'Wow, look at how much he, how far he reached and impacted so many lives,' and I don't think that's going away anytime soon."
Hayley Expresses Her Love For tWitch's Family
"We just love him, we love Allison and their beautiful family and yeah, we'll always be there for them any way we can.”
Honoring Her Husband
In memory of her late husband, Allison Holker. The 34-year-old wife of Stephen "tWitch" Boss posted a video on Instagram on Friday in memory of her husband, who committed suicide last month. He was 40.
Giving Fans An Inside View Of Their Relationship
Holker gave viewers an inside look at her longtime relationship with Boss, whom she wed in 2013.
The video was a highlight reel of their lives, including the beginning of their romance, dancing together, and starting a family.
They had three children together: Weslie,14, Maddox,6, and Zaia,3.
On Remembering Him
"To my husband, best friend, babe, Chee-chalker, Superman and father of my children I LOVE YOU FOREVER and ALWAYS!"
"We will forever remember you as the true beacon of light that you were and we will continue to cast your light and love throughout the world."
She captioned.
Allison Is Grateful For The Memories
Holker concluded,
"Thank you for our incredible memories and our beautiful life shared together."
Her Second Post Since His Passing
Holker posted a video on social media for the second time since Boss' passing. She made a comeback to Instagram in December and wrote a tender dedication to him.
Her One And Only
"My ONE and ONLY Oh how my heart aches," she captioned a selfie with her late husband. "We miss you so much."
