Allison Holker Speaks Out Following Backlash from tWitch’s Family and Fans Over Memoir and Drug Abuse Allegations

Allison Holker is speaking out following intense backlash over revelations about her late husband, Stephen “tWitch” Boss, in her upcoming memoir This Far. On Wednesday, Holker, 36, addressed critics in an Instagram Story, sharing her motivation for writing the book and responding to accusations that she tarnished Boss’ legacy.

“To fans of Stephen and our family and friends, I want to be clear that my only intention in writing the book is to share my own story as well as part of my life with Stephen to help other people,” Holker wrote. “Just like you, I never really knew what happened, and even as I am trying to put the pieces together, I will never really know.”

The backlash began after Holker revealed in a People magazine interview that she found a “cornucopia” of drugs in Boss’ belongings following his death. Boss’ family and friends, however, were quick to deny any allegations of drug abuse, with some accusing Holker of misrepresenting the late DJ and choreographer.

A relative claiming to be Boss’ cousin took to social media, writing on X (formerly Twitter), “He wasn’t an addict. He smoked weed and was actively trying to quit. He wasn’t some junkie.” The family member also alleged that Holker has restricted access to the couple’s three children.

Close family friend Courtney Platt added to the criticism in an Instagram post, calling Holker’s decision to write about Boss’ struggles “classless” and “opportunistic.” Platt wrote, “You’ve smeared his name and attempted to dim the bright, loyal, loving light that was your husband. This is by far the most tacky, classless act I have ever seen.”

Another friend, Emmanuel Hurd, echoed Platt’s sentiment, expressing disappointment over what he described as an attempt to exploit Boss’ story for personal gain.

The controversy also reignited previous claims that Holker required family and friends, including Boss’ mother, to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to attend his funeral.

In her Instagram Story, Holker defended her decision to share these details, saying they are part of a larger effort to raise awareness about mental health. “I hope that by sharing our full story, maybe I can help someone else who might see themselves or a loved one in Stephen,” she wrote. “In sharing, I hope that maybe they can catch some of the red flags that I missed before it’s too late.”

Holker also highlighted her ongoing efforts to educate herself about mental health. Over the past two years, she has collaborated with organizations like the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and The Defensive Line foundation, which was founded by NFL player Solomon Thomas’ family after losing a loved one to suicide.

“All of my proceeds from this book are going to fund the mental health-focused foundation I started in Stephen’s honor, Move with Kindness,” Holker said. “My hope is that we don’t need to lose another husband, brother, father, or friend to suicide.”

She ended her statement with gratitude for those who have supported her and her family. “Much love to all those who have supported our family these many years,” she wrote.