As I get ready for a big day of dance... I find myself struggling to find the strength to push through the somber pain and shock of Twitch’s sudden tragic passing. I can’t stop thinking about his wife, children, and loved ones.. and of course him. Stephen “Twitch” Boss was a light to not only our industry but the world. For me, he inspired me on countless levels: as a human, the way his smile would light up every room, the way he would make everyone in the room feel so good, his kindness, who he was as a FATHER, a HUSBAND (those two roles being the most important and most painful for me to think about right now) . He was a PIONEER for the entire dance community.. paving the way for us to have careers bigger than dance... he paved the way for us to become household names on the big screen. And then there was his talent... mind blowing, completely and forever UNMATCHED. My favorite memory of Twitch... back in the day (over 15 years ago) we would go to after hours clubs to freestyle... King King on Saturday’s and Deep on Sunday’s. For me these were some of the most crucial years in my career developing myself, however it was also some of the darkest as I was in an abusive relationship. Every now and then... Twitch would show up to the club. And I’ll never forget how much joy I would feel when I’d see him walk in... knowing we all were about to DANCE! Having the opportunity to share the dance floor with him purely just getting lost in the music was something I’ll never forget. His presence was so powerful that when he was there I remember vividly feeling like for those few hours I would be able to escape the darkness I personally was going through. THAT is what you call being a LIGHT. I will cherish those moments forever. My heart is shattered thinking of Allison, their babies, and all of their loved ones. It is unfathomable to even imagine the pain they are facing. I will dance for you today Twitch.