The late Stephen “tWitch” Boss‘s members of the family have stated that his widow, Allison Holker‘s revelations in her memoir, “This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the Light,” caught them off guard.
Holker released her memoir on February 4, sharing more deep secrets about tWitch, including how he allegedly left her with a $1 million tax bill.
tWitch’s widow faced heavy backlash in January after revealing the deceased pro dancer’s drug addiction in an interview.
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Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’s Mother And Brother Speak Out
On Friday, tWitch’s mom, Connie Boss Alexander, and younger brother, Dre Rose spoke for the primary time after his death.
The pair sat down for an interview with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King and shared that they’d a strained relationship with Holker.
Rose said he understood the necessity for people to share their stories but questioned how Holker went about together with her revelations.
He said, “I feel people deserve the flexibility to share their story. I get that. But to… the way it was presented and the way it was on a canopy of a magazine and there was a public, you recognize, launch or campaign about it, we shouldn’t have to seek out out about that…within the media. We’re a family.”
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Dre Rose And Connie Boss Alexander Want To Read tWitch’s Journals
In the course of the interview, Rose and Alexander expressed their desire to read tWitch’s journals, which Holker mentioned during her tell-all interview with PEOPLE Magazine.
Alexander shared, “simply to feel closer to him, ’cause these are his thoughts.” She added that she wanted more knowledge about who her late son was and “what he was considering infrequently.”
Meanwhile, Rose said he desired to read all of the journals. He explained, “I feel those journals will let you know rather a lot. I feel there’s things in those journals which are good and bad, but I also imagine there’s journals about his personal life, his marital life which are in there.”
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He added, “I feel … imagine that there is been a cherry-picking of things from the journal to disclose or share. And if we’re just gonna be completely honest, discuss all of it.”
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Allison Holker’s Revelations
During her interview with PEOPLE Magazine, Holker revealed the devastating discoveries she made after Stephen “tWitch” Boss’s death. While cleansing out his closet, she found a stash of medicine, including pills and mushrooms, which shocked her.
Holker shared that tWitch had been hiding his struggles, including painful childhood trauma and self-medication, to avoid burdening others. She found clues about his internal battles through his journals and books, which helped her understand his pain and gain empathy for him. Despite the initial feelings of betrayal, she hoped her story will help others struggling in silence.
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Meanwhile, in her memoir, Holker also opened up concerning the financial difficulties she faced after tWitch’s passing. She claimed he left behind a big tax bill of $1 million and no will, leaving her to administer the financial chaos alone.
The financial burden, including legal fees, added to her grief, leaving her with double the hardships. Holker reflected on tWitch’s complex personality, revealing that he was battling internal struggles and had two very different personas.
Allison Holker Defends Her Decision To Write A Memoir
Amid backlash for her revelations about tWitch and decision to write down a memoir, Holker shared an emotional message on Instagram Stories, explaining that her book goals to “help other people” by sharing her story and life with tWitch.
She admitted she “never really knew what happened” but hopes her book will highlight “red flags” she missed. She also noted that proceeds from the memoir will fund Move with Kindness, a mental health foundation in tWitch’s honor.
Holker, who spent two years educating herself on mental health, believes “if Stephen were in a position to select, he would decide to have his story told if it meant saving even one life.”
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Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’s Mom Vows To Defend His Legacy
tWitch’s mom, Alexander, broke her silence on Holker’s memoir and revelations via a post on Instagram.
She condemned “misleading and hurtful claims” about her son, stating they “crossed every line of decency.”
Alexander vowed to guard tWitch’s “name and legacy” and said his family “is not going to stand by” while his fame is tarnished.
The grieving mom explained her silence over the past two years was to “protect my family” and stay connected together with her grandchildren.
Nevertheless, after reading “dreadful” accusations, she felt compelled to talk out, declaring her family’s commitment to “defending his honor” and ensuring his memory stays intact.
