Allison Holker, the widow of Stephen “tWitch” Boss, is facing significant backlash for her upcoming memoir, in which she delves into his suspected struggles with substance abuse. In recent media appearances, Holker has been criticized for sharing intimate details of their relationship and his alleged issues before his tragic death in December 2020.
In response to the criticism, Holker took to Instagram to clarify her intentions, stating that her only goal is to help others. “My only intention in writing the book is to share my story and part of my life with Stephen to help other people,” she explained. She emphasized that she never fully understood what happened and hopes that by sharing her experience, she can raise awareness and potentially save lives.
The memoir, titled “This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the Light,” reflects on the deep love she shared with tWitch and their life together as a family. Holker also revealed that she consulted mental health organizations over two years to ensure a sensitive and authentic portrayal. All proceeds from the book will go to the foundation in honor of tWitch.
Despite her efforts to focus on raising awareness, Holker’s revelations about discovering substances hidden in tWitch’s belongings have sparked outrage from his family, friends, and social media users. They argue that her claims lack integrity and question the motivation behind her actions, accusing Holker of exploiting the situation for financial gain. Some even suggest that she, not tWitch, struggled with substance abuse.
In a PEOPLE interview, Holker shared a personal moment of discovering troubling items in tWitch’s belongings, describing it as a “scary” realization. However, her recounting of these discoveries has left many feeling that she is compromising his legacy for personal gain, further straining relationships within the family.
With the controversy continuing to unfold, Holker remains steadfast in her mission to help others. Yet, the criticism she faces highlights the complex and emotional nature of sharing such deeply personal experiences publicly.
