Imagine a funeral, a place of solemn reflection and grief, erupting into chaos. That's exactly what happened at the funeral of 'So You Think You Can Dance' star Joshua Allen, and now his girlfriend, Dy'Zetta Brown, is breaking her silence. But here's where it gets controversial... was she the instigator, or the victim of a family feud? Brown claims she was invited by Allen's family, only to be violently attacked by his aunt during an emotional moment at the open casket. And this is the part most people miss: the altercation wasn't just a random outburst—it was fueled by a restraining order Brown once had against Allen, a detail that has sparked intense online debate.
In an exclusive interview with TMZ, Brown reveals the restraining order was a 90-day emergency measure, active from July to September 22, stemming from Allen's mental health struggles. She insists she never wanted him jailed, only for him to receive help. 'I repeatedly told police I didn’t want Joshua in jail—I just wanted him to get help,' she explains. 'But they said it was out of my hands.' This raises a thought-provoking question: Did the system fail Joshua Allen, and could his tragic end have been prevented?
Brown, who was with Allen for nearly four years, vehemently denies rumors that they were exes. In fact, the day of his funeral, November 8, marked their one-year anniversary of living together. She describes him as her soulmate, sharing dreams of marriage, children, and a life together. 'Joshua was the love of my life,' she gushes. 'We were still in communication, even after his arrest over the summer. He wanted to work on things, and I believe he was trying.'
The arrest Brown mentions occurred earlier that year, temporarily separating them. Yet, she remained committed to supporting him, even as she noticed alarming signs of intense attachment, jealousy, and paranoia during their second year of dating. She recalls desperately reaching out to family, friends, and authorities, pleading for help with his mental health. 'Three days before his death, I contacted his probation officer and told her I was scared,' Brown says. 'Her response? 'Record him so we can send him back to jail.''
Joshua Allen's life was cut short in September when he was struck by a train. He was just 36 years old. Rising to fame after winning Season 4 of 'So You Think You Can Dance' in 2008, Allen's talent and charisma left a lasting impact. He went on to star in films like 'Step Up 3D' (2010) and the 2011 remake of 'Footloose,' sharing the screen with the late Stephen 'tWitch' Boss, who was the runner-up in the same season.
As Brown reflects on Allen's legacy, she remembers him as a 'kind' and 'talented' individual who had so much more to give. She believes the system failed him—and her. TMZ has reached out to Allen's maternal family for comment but has yet to receive a response.
This story isn't just about a viral funeral fight; it's a heartbreaking tale of love, loss, and the complexities of mental health. Does the system do enough to support those struggling with mental health issues? And could better intervention have saved Joshua Allen? Share your thoughts in the comments—this is a conversation that deserves to be had.
