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Allison Holker Addresses 'Rumors' About Ellen DeGeneres' Relationship with Stephen 'tWitch' Boss (Exclusive)

Setting the Record Straight

In the wake of Stephen 'tWitch' Boss's tragic death in December 2022, rumors swirled about a rift between the beloved DJ and talk show host Ellen DeGeneres. Now, Allison Holker is speaking out to set the record straight. In an exclusive interview with People, the widow of the late star denied any fallout, praising DeGeneres for being a steadfast support system for her husband. "I don't love when I see rumors flying around, and it was really disappointing for me to see that people tried bringing Ellen to the situation and targeting her," Holker said. "It was not true."

Holker's remarks come ahead of the release of her memoir, This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the Light, which hits shelves on Feb. 4. The book delves into her life with Boss, their relationship, and the aftermath of his death. But amid the personal revelations, Holker wants to ensure that the bond between Boss and DeGeneres is not misrepresented. "They had a great relationship, and he loved that relationship with her," she told People. "They had something that was so special. I hope people can see that that bond is something that we shouldn't tear down."

The Special Bond Between tWitch and Ellen

Stephen 'tWitch' Boss first joined The Ellen DeGeneres Show as a guest DJ in 2014 and quickly became a fan favorite. His infectious energy and dance moves made him a standout, and in 2020, he was promoted to executive producer. Their professional relationship blossomed into a genuine friendship, with DeGeneres often referring to Boss as family. After his death, DeGeneres shared a heartfelt tribute: "tWitch was pure love and light. He was my family, and I loved him with all my heart. I will miss him."

Holker's comments reinforce that the connection was real and enduring. She emphasized that DeGeneres was "wonderful" and "a support system" for Boss. "If anything, she was a great example to Stephen," Holker added. The bond was so strong that two months after his passing, DeGeneres and the show's cast and crew gathered for a celebration of life service in Los Angeles, where attendees wore "Move with Kindness" wristbands and donated to the foundation Holker created in his honor.

Debunking the Rift Rumors

Rumors of a falling out between Boss and DeGeneres began circulating after The Ellen DeGeneres Show ended in May 2022. Some speculated that the show's conclusion left Boss feeling adrift, and that he and DeGeneres had grown apart. However, Holker insists that the show's end was not a destabilizing factor in their relationship. In her memoir, she acknowledges that the conclusion of the show was bittersweet for Boss, who viewed it as "an opportunity to move beyond his deejay position and pursue new, more ambitious endeavors." She also reveals that he harbored hopes of taking over the hosting duties, but those discussions with the network didn't materialize.

Despite the disappointment, Holker writes that Boss maintained a positive outlook, true to his character. She dismisses the notion that the show's end caused a rift with DeGeneres, instead highlighting that the two remained close. The rumors, she suggests, were hurtful and baseless. "It was really disappointing for me to see that people tried bringing Ellen to the situation and targeting her," she reiterated. By addressing these rumors head-on, Holker hopes to preserve the legacy of the special bond between her late husband and the television icon.

Honoring tWitch's Legacy

In the aftermath of Boss's death, Holker has focused on honoring his memory through the Move with Kindness Foundation, which she launched to support mental health initiatives. The foundation aims to promote love and raise awareness about mental health, continuing Boss's legacy of kindness and positivity. DeGeneres has also paid tribute to Boss, including a touching Instagram post on the second anniversary of his death. "Wherever I am I feel you with me. I love you tWitch," she wrote, alongside a photo of a field lined with trees.

Holker's memoir, This Far, is another way she is sharing her story and preserving Boss's legacy. While the book has sparked some controversy among Boss's friends and family for revealing private details about his struggles, Holker maintains that her intention is to shed light on the realities of mental health and to help others. She has been open about her own grief journey, including her decision to embrace dating again. "I want them to see that they can still learn to trust and love again. It doesn't have to go away," she said, reflecting on her children.

Moving Forward with Love and Light

As Holker navigates life without her husband, she is determined to keep his spirit alive. She and Boss shared three children: daughters Weslie, 16, and Zaia, 4, and son Maddox, 8. Weslie is Holker's daughter from a previous relationship, whom Boss adopted after their marriage. Holker's focus remains on her family and on spreading the message of love and kindness that Boss embodied.

In addressing the rumors about DeGeneres, Holker is also protecting the legacy of a friendship that meant a great deal to Boss. By setting the record straight, she hopes that fans will remember the joy and light that tWitch brought to the world, and the meaningful connections he forged along the way. As she writes in her memoir, "death was incomprehensible," but love and light endure. Through her words and actions, Holker ensures that both continue to shine.