Stephen “tWitch” Boss, the DJ who became known for his work on Ellen DeGeneres’ talk show, has died and a report revealed the apparent cause of his death.
TMZ reported that the outlet learned the cause of death appears to be suicide.
Law enforcement sources told TMZ Boss’ wife, Allison Holker “ran into an LAPD station Tuesday and she was frantic because she said Stephen had left home without his car — something that was not like him at all.”
Around 11:15 a.m., paramedics reportedly received a call for a medical emergency at a hotel in Los Angeles.
According to the report, they discovered Boss there apparently dead from what looked like a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
They pronounced him dead at the scene.
Holker made an announcement following her husband’s death.
Holker explained, “Stephen lit up every room he stepped into. He valued family, friends and community above all else and leading with love and light was everything to him.”
She continued, “He was the backbone of our family, the best husband and father, and an inspiration to his fans. To say he left a legacy would be an understatement, and his positive impact will continue to be felt. I am certain there won’t be a day that goes by that we won’t honor his memory.”
Holker concluded, saying, “Stephen, we love you, we miss you, and I will always save the last dance for you.”
DeGeneres took to Twitter to post a tribute to Boss.
“I’m heartbroken. tWitch was pure love and light. He was my family, and I loved him with all my heart. I will miss him. Please send your love and support to Allison and his beautiful children – Weslie, Maddox, and Zaia,” she wrote.
I’m heartbroken. tWitch was pure love and light. He was my family, and I loved him with all my heart. I will miss him. Please send your love and support to Allison and his beautiful children – Weslie, Maddox, and Zaia. pic.twitter.com/lW8Q5HZonx
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) December 14, 2022
Additionally, FOX Entertainment, 19 Entertainment and Dick Clark Productions issued a statement reacting to the news.
“We will always remember Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss for the light and joy he brought into our lives and into the hearts of so many. This tragic, painful loss of such a radiant, inimitable talent and beloved friend is immeasurable beyond words, and we grieve alongside his family, loved ones and fans. ‘tWitch,’ we will miss you dearly,” the statement reads.
