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Stephen tWitch Boss, the dancer turned DJ forThe Ellen DeGeneres Show, died on December 13.
Bosss death was an apparent suicide, per multiple reports.
He was found in a hotel room in Los Angeles,TMZ first reported.
Holker confirmed the news toPeoplein a statement.
Stephen lit up every room he stepped into.
I am certain there wont be a day that goes by that we wont honor his memory.
We ask for privacy during this difficult time for myself and especially for our three children.
DeGeneres honored Boss in an Instagram post.
Im heartbroken, she wrote.
tWitch was pure love and light.
He was my family, and I loved him with all my heart.
I will miss him.
He auditioned again the following season, when he finished as runner-up.
He continued to appear on the show for multiple seasons after.
In 2014, Boss became a DJ forEllen.
He developed a rapport with the host, and would often guest-host in her absence.
He was also the announcer onEllens Game of Games.
Earlier this year, he hosted a new series for Fox,The Real Dirty Dancing.
In 2013, Boss married Holker, anotherSo You Think it’s possible for you to Dancestar.
They went on to co-hostDisneys Fairy Tale Weddingsfrom 20172020.
Bosss death came just days after their ninth wedding anniversary on December 10.
If you or anyone you know are in crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.
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