Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’s Family Reacts to Allison Holker’s Memoir Disclosures

Members of the late Stephen “tWitch” Boss’s family were taken by surprise by the revelations made by his widow, Allison Holker, in her memoir titled “This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the Light.”

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.

On Friday, tWitch’s mom, Connie Boss Alexander, and younger brother, Dre Rose spoke for the first time after his death.

The pair sat down for an interview with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King and shared that they had a strained relationship with Holker.

Rose said he understood the need for people to share their stories but questioned how Holker went about with her revelations.

Expressing his thoughts on the matter, a family member remarked that while they understand the importance of sharing one’s story, they were caught off guard by how the information was presented to the public through a magazine cover and a subsequent media campaign. They emphasized the need for such personal matters to be kept within the family unit.

In a recent interview, Rose and Alexander, members of the family, mentioned their interest in reading tWitch’s journals, which were brought up by Holker in her candid interview with PEOPLE Magazine.

Alexander shared, “just 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 thinking from time to time.”

Meanwhile, Rose said he wanted to read all the journals. He explained, “I think those journals will tell you a lot. I think there’s things in those journals that are good and bad, but I also believe there’s journals about his personal life, his marital life that are in there.”

He added, “I feel … believe that there’s been a cherry-picking of things from the journal to reveal or share. And if we’re just gonna be completely honest, talk about it all.”

During her interview with PEOPLE Magazine, Holker revealed the devastating discoveries she made after Stephen “tWitch” Boss’s death. While cleaning out his closet, she found a stash of drugs, 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.

Meanwhile, in her memoir, Holker also opened up about the financial difficulties she faced after tWitch’s passing. She claimed he left behind a significant tax bill of $1 million and no will, leaving her to manage 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.

Amid backlash for her revelations about tWitch and decision to write a memoir, Holker shared an emotional message on Instagram Stories, explaining that her book aims 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 able to choose, he would choose to have his story told if it meant saving even one life.”

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 protect tWitch’s “name and legacy” and said his family “will not stand by” while his reputation is tarnished.

The grieving mom explained her silence over the past two years was to “protect my family” and stay connected with her grandchildren.

However, after reading “dreadful” accusations, she felt compelled to speak out, declaring her family’s commitment to “defending his honor” and ensuring his memory remains intact.