Coco Gauff, the young American star paid homage to the former DJ on her Instagram story. The former “Ellen DeGeneres Show” DJ, recently took his own life. Gauff reminded her fans to take care of themselves and their friends. She also shared an important toll number for her Insta followers.
The death of the 40-year-old, Boss was verified by the Los Angeles Police Department. On her Instagram story, the 18-year-old also provided the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s phone number. She advised people to look out for one another and to take care of themselves.
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Coco Gauff shares an emotional message with her Insta followers
In 2014, Stephen Boss started his tenure as a DJ on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show.”. He stuck with the program until its cancellation earlier this year. Boss had also carved out a successful acting career, appearing in several “Step Up” films. Coco Gauff paid homage to tWitch and posted an emotional message to anyone struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health problems. On her Instagram story, Gauff paid tribute to the former DJ.
Stephens also made appearances on shows like Bones, Modern Family, Magic Mike, and Dancing with the Stars. Gauff dedicated 3 to 4 of her Instagram stories to highlight the need to address suicidal tendencies.
She captioned one of her Insta stories as, ” please take care of yourself and check in on your friends ♥.”
Stephens later pursued acting, landing several parts that allowed him to showcase his dance prowess. There is assistance available if you or someone you know is struggling or in need. Chat with 988lifeline.org, text 988, or call 988. The former DJ was killed by a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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Gauff once shared details about her mental health problems
At an interview in 2021, Coco Gauff confirmed that she struggled with mental health issues and she intends to use her platform to address these problems. Gauff shared that she has worked through similar problems to Naomi Osaka. Osaka has been at the forefront of the recent conversation on mental health in sports.
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Gauff had revealed that she had to work through and deal with her mental health issues. She also mentioned that she could imagine other people feeling the same way. She believes it is critical for herself to understand her worth and how it is not defined by how well she performs in her sport. Let us know what you think about the American young sensation in your comments below.