Singer and musician Alan Osmond has sadly passed away at the age of 76.
Per Fox 13, Alan, the oldest of the iconic Osmond siblings, died at his home in Orem, Utah, on Monday, April 20. A family spokesperson has confirmed that Alan’s wife, Suzanne, and all eight of their sons were at his bedside when he passed.
Alan’s passing comes forty years after his diagnosis with multiple sclerosis. The debilitating autoimmune disease had forced him to retire from performing, per the obituary released by his family.
Alan Osmond Leaves a Huge Family Behind
GettyAs well as his wife and their eight sons, no less than 30 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and his famous siblings, Virl, Tom, Merrill, Jay, Donny, Jimmy, and Marie all survive Alan Osmond. He was, however, preceded in death by his parents, George and Olive, and Wayne, one of his brothers.
Like most of his siblings, Alan was born in Ogden, Utah. He had arrived into the world on June 22, 1949.
He married Suzanne (née Pinegar), who was then a cheerleader, in 1974. The couple’s eight sons are Michael, Nathan, Douglas, David, Scott, Jonathon, Alexander, and Tyler (per Nathan’s Facebook page).
His Musical Legacy Will Live On
GettyDue to his health issues, Alan Osmond’s career as a performer ended in the late 2000s. However, he leaves behind a musical legacy that will last forever.
Starting in 1958, Alan and three of his younger brothers (Wayne, Merrill, and Jay) began singing as a barbershop quartet. As the other younger siblings began to show their musical talent, they also joined in with Alan and company, forming the famous Osmonds family music group that is known worldwide today.
Per Discogs, the group’s extensive musical catalogue includes 40 albums, 116 singles and EPs, and 50 compilations.
Some of their most well-known songs include 1964’s “Mister Sandman,” 1969’s “Taking a Chance on Love,” 1970’s “One Bad Apple,” 1971’s “Yo-Yo,” 1972’s “Down by the Lazy River” and “Crazy Horses,” 1974’s “Love Me for a Reason,” and 1976’s “I Can’t Live a Dream.”
Per IMDb, Alan also appeared in several Osmond television shows. They include “Donny and Marie,” “The Osmond Family Show,” and 1980’s “The Osmond Family Christmas Special.”
We’d like to send our heartfelt condolences to Alan Osmond’s famous family and his fans at this upsetting time. There’s no doubt he’ll always be fondly remembered. May he rest in eternal peace.
Rest in Peace you will be greatly missed and loved.