Alan Osmond, Osmond Brothers' Eldest, Passes Away

0:00On April 21st, Alan Osmond, the oldest of the famous Osmond brothers, passed away Monday at age 76, after battling multiple sclerosis for decades. As the eldest performer in their char-topping family band, he co-wrote massive hits like One Bad Apple, Crazy Horses, and Are You Up There. His wife Suzanne and their eight sons surrounded him at his home in Lehigh, Utah when he died. He'd been using a wheelchair for years, spent a recent week in intensive care, then came home on hospice care Thursday. Fans and family poured out love online, with Brother Donnie calling Alan his protector and guide who carried the load so others could shine. Meryl shared a heartfelt visit just days before, joking to bring a smile amid the struggle, saying Alan's spirit still pushes him forward. Alan's career kicked off in the 50s with his brothers in a Utah barbershop quartet, exploding after a Disneyland gig, led to TV spots in the Andy. Williams' show. They racked up nine gold records in 1971 alone, outpacing even Elvis in the Beatles that year.

1:05Later, he produced The Donnie and Marie. Show. Diagnosed with MS in 1987, he stepped back from the stage following Brother Wayne, who died last year at 73 from a stroke. Alan leaves behind Suzanne, those eight sons, Michael, Nathan, and the rest. 30 grandchildren, brothers like Meryl, Jay, Donnie, and Sister Marie. Service details are coming soon, but his legacy and wholesome family tombs endures. That's your update from entertainment and celebrity news today, powered by AI.