Allison Holker, the wife of the late Stephen “tWitch” Boss, has opened up about the private struggles her husband faced before his passing in her upcoming memoir This Far. In a recent interview with People, Holker shared that she uncovered troubling details about Boss’s life, including alleged drug addiction and unresolved childhood trauma. After his death, Holker discovered hidden drugs in his belongings and later found his journals, which revealed that he had been trying to self-medicate in an attempt to cope with his pain. Holker explained that Boss didn’t want others to bear the weight of his suffering.
However, Holker’s decision to share these deeply personal details has sparked criticism, especially from those close to the late dancer. Courtney Platt, a close friend of Boss, voiced her concerns on Instagram, calling Holker’s choice to include these revelations in her book “tacky” and “opportunistic.” Platt claimed that Holker had made people attending Boss’s funeral sign NDAs and questioned her motivations, asking if sharing such private matters was truly how Holker intended to protect Boss’s legacy or what she wanted their children to remember. Platt accused Holker of exploiting her husband’s struggles for financial gain. Boss’s brother, Dré Rose, also supported Platt’s criticism by reposting her message.
The backlash continued on social media, with many users deeming Holker’s actions “distasteful” and questioning how such private information could be made public. Some accused her of tarnishing Boss’s reputation, arguing that these struggles should have been kept private.
In response, Holker defended her decision, stating that her goal was to inspire others to seek help for their own mental health issues. She emphasized that her intention was not to harm but to create a space where people feel safe asking for support. Holker shared messages of support from her fans, with one calling her “brave” for opening up about such sensitive topics. Despite the controversy, Holker remains committed to encouraging conversations about mental health and supporting those who may be struggling in silence.