Donny Osmond Honors Late Brother Alan

0:00It's April 21st. I'm Cory with the story, and this is Entertainment and Celebrity News. Today, your AI-powered entertainment report. Donnie Osman just paid a heartfelt tribute to his big brother, Alan, who passed away at 76 years old on Monday, April 20th. In an Instagram post the next day, Donnie shared an old black and white photo of them as kids, and called Alan his protector and guide. The one who carried the load so the family could shine. Donnie wrote about how Alan led the Osmans through their early days, making sacrifices that built their success. He said he never fully repay what Alan did for him and the whole family, signing off with deep love until they meet again. Family gathered around Alan in his final moments, with his wife Suzanne and their eight sons by his side. Merrill Osman shared a statement calling Alan a gift to creator, man of faith, and loving soul whose life touched so many. Thinking fans for the prayers, Alan had battled multiple sclerosis for 40 years, retiring from performing long ago as the oldest Osman brother.

1:02Just this past January, their brother Wayne died at 73, hitting the family heart again after decades of fame from the 70s onward. The Osman brothers rose from Utah roots to stardom, with Alan always the steady force behind the music and the bond. Rest in peace to a true family anchor.