HOLLYWOOD MOURNS tWitch
“Although we had met many times at the Ellen show, I got to know him better this summer when I joined So You Think You Can Dance. He would talk about his wife, Allison, and their three kids all the time with such pride. He had a laugh and smile that lit up the whole room.” — Leah Remini
“The world lost a bright light today. tWitch brought joy and love to people all over the world through music and through dance.” — Kerry Washington
“I have no words, man. May his family find resolution in this dark time. May we all find peace of mind in our everyday lives. Every day is a winding road, and you just may never know who is on the edge.” — Questlove
“I’ll never forget our time getting to work together on SYTYCD. He became such a light in my life. Someone I’ve looked up to since I was born turned into one of my best friends. Forever the world’s dance dad.” — JoJo Siwa
“I have no words. There aren’t any. My head or heart cannot understand this. I love you. I’ll see you again, my friend. Until then.” — his Magic Mike XXL co-star Channing Tatum
“I got to know Stephen over the years through my Let’s Move! initiative and visits to the Ellen show. He was an incredible force — someone who radiated kindness and positivity and made sure that people around him could feel it, too.” — Michelle Obama
“It’s heartbreaking to hear that someone who brought so much joy to a room was hurting so much behind closed doors. I’ve known @sir_twitch_ for over 20 years through the dance community. He always lit everything and everyone up.” — Justin Timberlake
“This is not possible. I am absolutely lost for any words or comprehension.” - Val Chmerkovskiy
“I’m at a loss for words right now, praying for his family and loved ones.” - Viola Davis
“My heart aches for his wife, Allison, and their children, Weslie, Maddox and Zaia. We had a lot of good times on the set of Magic Mike. He was so sweet, kind and generous. So many people suffer in silence. I wish he could have known that he didn’t have to.” — Jada Pinkett-Smith