Michelle Obama, Jennifer Lopez and Kerry Washington are among the famous faces remembering US choreographer and DJ, Stephen “tWitch” Boss, following his death at the age of 40.
The news was confirmed by his wife, Allison Holker Boss, on Wednesday.
Los Angeles County Coroner’s office said the entertainer had died in a hotel from “suicide”.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama said she was “heartbroken” to learn of the news.
She tweeted: “I was heartbroken to learn about the passing of Stephen “tWitch” Boss, who I got to know over the years through my Let’s Move! initiative and visits to The Ellen Show. My heart goes out to his wife, Allison, and his three children during this difficult time.”
Singer Justin Timberlake said he had known tWitch through the dance community for more than 20 years.
In a post on Twitter, the singer and actor said: “It’s heartbreaking to hear that someone who brought so much joy to a room, was hurting so much behind closed doors….You just never know what someone is really going through.”
Actor Jamie Foxx said he was “beyond devastated” and Oscar-winning musician Questlove wrote: “Rest in Melody Twitch”.
And sharing a post on her Instagram page, actress and singer Lopez wrote: “Twitch was such a light and a beautiful soul. Shocked and deeply saddened.
“My heart breaks for @sir_twitch_alot, his wife and children. Sending you love and strength.”
Dwyane “The Rock” Johnson also tweeted a message of condolence, saying Boss was a “great guy” and “you never know what’s happening between the ears”.
“Man I am so sorry to hear the heartbreaking news about Twitch. Great guy. Sending his family all the love, light, strength and mana. I’ve lost a lot of friends to the struggle. You never know what’s happening between the ears. So sorry Boss family. Stay strong. stephenboss 🕊️”
Moviestar, Wanda Sykes said: “Heartbroken and struggling to make sense of this tremendous loss. tWitch’s warmth and energy was unmatched. Sending my love to his wife Allison and their children.
“If you are struggling or in crisis, call or text 988, help is available.”
‘Scandal’ actress, Kerry Washington also reacted to his death. She tweeted: “The world lost a bright light today. Twitch brought joy and love to people all over the world through music and through dance. My heart is heavy today for his family and all of those who knew and loved him.”
Media personality, Mario Lopez posted a video of tWitch and himself in Access Daily Show alongside a caption: “Being on @TheEllenShow numerous times throughout the years I got to know Twitch pretty well. Such a nice & sweet guy. Always happy…You never know what’s going on in someone else’s life. Some of the “happiest” people are fighting daily battles behind closed doors. God Bless…”