Who are some So You Think You Can Dance stars who have died?

Notable figures include Season 2's Donyelle Jones, Season 4 winner Joshua Allen, and choreographer Dave Scott.

What happened to Stephen 'tWitch' Boss?

Stephen 'tWitch' Boss, a runner-up on SYTYCD Season 4 and permanent fixture on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, tragically died by suicide in December 2022.

When did Dave Scott choreograph for SYTYCD?

Dave Scott served as a choreographer for So You Think You Can Dance starting from season 3.

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SYTYCD Stars Lost Too Soon

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Season 2 finalist Donyelle Jones died at 46 after battling cancer.
Season 4 winner Joshua Allen tragically died at 36, struck by a train.
Choreographer Dave Scott, known for SYTYCD and films, passed away in June 2025.

The vibrant world of dance is reflecting on the lives and legacies of several beloved artists from So You Think You Can Dance who have recently passed. Donyelle Jones, a standout from Season 2, died at the age of 46 following a courageous fight against stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Her passing was announced on December 2, 2025, leaving many heartbroken.

Tragedy also struck the So You Think You Can Dance family with the death of Season 4 winner Joshua Allen, who was just 36. Allen, a Texas native, tragically lost his life after being struck by a train on September 30, 2025. His post-show career included roles in 'Step Up 3D' and 'Footloose.'

Choreographer Dave Scott, a significant creative force on SYTYCD from its third season onward and a key figure in films like 'You Got Served,' also passed away on June 16, 2025. His contributions, along with those of fellow SYTYCD competitors like Stephen 'tWitch' Boss and Danny Tidwell who also died, are deeply missed.