This is our world. “Being that it is Mother’s Day, we thought this was the perfect opportunity to announce that we’re having a baby!” Holker told the crowd. "People were passing out masks to make sure everyone was being safe out there, passing out water bottles, snacks. Click here to get those and more in the PEOPLE Babies newsletter. So then we are actively dismantling the well-oiled machine that racism actually is. Text us for exclusive photos and videos, royal news, and way more. We have to open our eyes [to the fact] that this is a real thing that is really going on," Holker says. The couple announced their pregnancy in May. The whole family (including Zaia in Allison's belly!) '", As he's tried to impart on Weslie, Boss wants others to understand that there's "a difference between being a good ally and an effective ally. "We do have mixed children and we want to share with them this advice, and this role, and this education," she says. The So You Think You Can Dance star dressed for the occasion in a one-shouldered white jumpsuit, and shared a slideshow of photos from the day’s festivities, including a sweet family photo with Maddox and Weslie. Introducing ... PEOPLE's Products Worth the Hype, Best Mother’s Day Ever! Allison Holker and Stephen “tWitch” Boss with kids Maddox Laurel and Weslie Renae. The So You Think You Can Dance veterans have been married for six years and are parents to Weslie, 12, Maddox, 4, and Zaia, 4 months. As for educating others, Holker notes that she wants people to realize that discussions about safety as a mixed-race couple still happen today. “ITS A GIRL . Is there anything cuter than a Boss family jam session? "You kind of have to move a certain way or kind of keep our head on a swivel.". If you would like to opt out of browser push notifications, please refer to the following instructions specific to your device and browser: It'll Be a Girl for Pregnant Allison Holker and Stephen 'tWitch' Boss: 'We Are So Grateful'. Maddox clearly enjoys being a big brother to baby Zaia. Baby on the Way for Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss and Allison Holker. A baby daughter will soon be dancing her way into the hearts of Allison Holker and Stephen “tWitch” Boss! A heart. And we are so grateful for all the LOVE that we were showered with yesterday from our friends and family joining us in the gender reveal! “I am so excited to be bringing in another beautiful baby girl into the world. "He made this big scene as Stephen is just standing there. "It’s about time for us to drop those walls. Even baby Zaia is learning to groove with some help from Mom and Dad! Here we go @sir_twitch_alot.”. Zaia and her mom snuggled with tWitch while he snoozed on the couch. ", "It broke me at that moment because I think that was only a year or two years of dating, and I was like, that was a firsthand experience of someone in public just yelling, and accusing him of something that was just obscene," she adds, noting that her husband is "the kindest, nicest, most welcoming warm heart.". Coyote Ugly Turns 20: Where Is the Cast Now? While Zaia is too young to know what's going on and, as Boss puts it, Maddox's days are currently "comprised of joy and nothing else," Weslie has been inspired to get involved in the movement. Even though it’s this day that we 'say it,' what you do for our family and the example you are of a super hero is celebrated everyday.". This video is unavailable because we were unable to load a message from our sponsors. Meanwhile, Boss reiterates his plea for people to continue to take action. Everything that she's talking about is heartfelt and the direction that she, the team, that we are taking the show in is because it needs to be done. Hosted DISNEYS FAIRY TALE WEDDINGS. They are very observant and they are about change. Those accusations start getting longer, and bigger, and more dramatic when none of it is true. The family spent their first Christmas as a family of five and looked darling after trimming the tree! An ear to listen. "They always put a smile on my face," Allison shared on Instagram. As for what can be done to combat racism in our country, Holker points to school curriculums changing to include more role models of color, while also "being honest about what's happened in the past." Early in their relationship, Boss and Holker got "blatant" looks "from just holding hands" while at the Dollywood theme park with Weslie, something that Boss says was a "stark reminder" that they were in Tennessee. A teacher. Our daughter is continuing to learn, but she is about it. ", "My daughter and her friends, they all have conversations with each other about their personal experiences," she continues. Derek Hough Reacts to Fan Theory About a 'DWTS' Proposal, Zachery Ty Bryan Arrested for Allegedly Strangling His Girlfriend, Prime Day Is Over, But Some Awesome Deals Are Still Available, 'Bachelorette' Frontrunner Dale Moss Said He Wants a 'Ryan Seacrest' Career in Recent Interview, Kelly Clarkson Recalls Signing an Autograph as Carrie Underwood, Watch Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss and Allison Holker’s Powerful Message About White Privilege, Celebs Taking Part in Black Lives Matter Protests and Rallies. "We talked pretty extensively about what's going on, and our feelings, and shared experiences. "Stephen went through the metal detector, and the man started yelling at him, 'You better not steal my stuff. this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Additionally, the talk show host has personally spoken to Boss, the emcee on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, on the phone. ", "People obviously have a knee-jerk reaction, and they don’t think that their small reaction is going to cause harm to someone, but they don’t realize that those small things add up, time and time again," Holker says. Whereas an effective ally is literally writing down certain goals to achieve at the end of the month... like, it is actively being involved in dismantling a system," he explains. [We have to ask,] 'Is this OK? ", By signing up, you agree to our They may not have anywhere to go because of the coronavirus stay-at-home orders, but this family has no problem dressing up to hang out together. Allison Holker and Stephen “tWitch” Boss with kids Maddox Laurel and Weslie Renae.