Overview
- On Dec. 3, Tatum delivered a tearful remembrance at the Dance Hall of Fame ceremony in Los Angeles, reflecting on Boss’s influence on colleagues and audiences.
- He praised Boss as “one of the most brilliant, bright” people, joked about a “man crush,” and said it was an honor to call him a friend, adding, “I will see him again.”
- Tatum said he first admired Boss on So You Think You Can Dance before they worked together on 2015’s Magic Mike XXL.
- Boss’s career spanned early dance competitions, a runner-up finish on SYTYCD, all-star and judging roles, and a high-profile run on The Ellen DeGeneres Show that led to a co–executive producer title.
- Reports note Boss died by suicide in December 2022 at age 40, as tributes continue to underscore his lasting impact in dance and television.