UPDATE: In a shocking turn of events, Dy’Zetta Brown, the girlfriend of late “So You Think You Can Dance” star Joshua Allen, has shared her side of a viral altercation that erupted at his funeral on November 8, 2023. Just moments after saying her final goodbye, Brown claims she was attacked by a family member, intensifying the already emotional gathering.
Brown tells TMZ that she was invited by Allen’s family to the funeral, which turned chaotic following her tribute. As she placed a note on Allen’s chest and kissed him goodbye, she was allegedly grabbed from behind by a woman she identified as Allen’s aunt. This incident follows a previous police intervention earlier that day, triggered by family concerns regarding a restraining order against Allen.
Authorities confirmed they were called to the funeral twice, with Brown stating the fight occurred after the first police visit. Despite the tensions, Brown was allowed to remain at the service, where she later approached the open casket after allowing family members their time to grieve.
Brown reveals that she did have a restraining order against Allen at one point, but emphasizes, “I had no control over that decision.” She expressed her desire for him to receive help rather than face arrest, stating, “The system did what it wanted — not what was best for him.”
The protective order, which lasted for 90 days from July until September 22, was put in place due to Allen’s mental health struggles, which Brown had tried to address long before his tragic passing. She recalls, “I begged law enforcement to help with his mental health — not arrest him. But no one listened.”
Brown insists that the narrative surrounding her as Allen’s ex is entirely false, clarifying they were together for nearly four years. The date of his funeral marked the one-year anniversary of them living together. “Joshua was the love of my life. We talked about marriage, having children, buying a home, and traveling,” she shared.
Joshua Allen, who was 36 years old at the time of his death, tragically passed away after being struck by a train in September 2023. Both Brown and Allen’s father, Eddie Powell, have confirmed he struggled with mental health issues leading up to his death. Brown recalls noticing concerning signs during their relationship, including intense attachment and paranoia, stating she tried to warn everyone around them, including law enforcement.
Just three days before his untimely death, Brown reached out to Allen’s probation officer, expressing her fears for his well-being. The officer’s response? “Record him so we can send him back to jail.”
In light of these revelations, Brown firmly believes the system failed both her and Allen, describing him as a “kind” and “talented” individual who had so much to offer the world. She hopes that sharing her experience sheds light on the urgent need for better mental health support.
TMZ has reached out to Allen’s maternal family for comment but has yet to receive a response. As this story develops, the impact of Allen’s death and the subsequent funeral altercation continues to resonate with fans and loved ones alike, highlighting the critical issues surrounding mental health and support systems.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds.
