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Allison Holker revealed she is engaged, three years after the death of her husband, Stephen “tWitch” Boss. The professional dancer shared photos and a heartfelt message on Instagram after a surprise proposal that combined romance and family celebration.
Romantic proposal framed by dramatic red florals
Holker posted images from the moment her boyfriend, Adam Edmunds, asked for her hand. The proposal happened amid a lush display of red flowers at a surprise event timed with her 38th birthday.
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She described the evening as magical and said Edmunds had planned every detail. Holker called the night unforgettable and thanked him for gathering loved ones to share the moment.
What she shared about love, safety and gratitude
In a long Instagram note, Holker expressed how Edmunds helped her rediscover herself. She conveyed deep appreciation for the emotional support he provides and the sense of security she now feels.
- “Forever grateful” was her phrase to describe his influence on her life.
- She promised to stand by him and described their partnership in simple, personal terms.
- Holker quoted lines from Clinton Kane’s “I Guess I’m in Love” to illustrate their bond.
Blending families: children and connection
Both Holker and Edmunds are parents. She emphasized that blending their households has been a profound blessing.
- Holker’s children with the late Stephen “tWitch” Boss:
- Weslie, 17
- Maddox, 9
- Zaia, 6
- Edmunds has three children from a previous relationship.
She highlighted how their families have come together and how that unity has strengthened her sense of belonging.
When their relationship became public
The couple first appeared together publicly during New York Fashion Week in September 2024. That outing was the first clear sign of their relationship to fans and the press.
Remembering Stephen “tWitch” Boss and the timeline
Holker’s marriage to Stephen “tWitch” Boss ended tragically when he died on December 13, 2022. He was 40.
The official determination the following day classified his death as a suicide. Holker has navigated grief publicly and privately since then, raising their children and rebuilding her life.
Words of support and resources for those in crisis
If this story raises difficult feelings, help is available. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text 741741 for the Crisis Text Line.
