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The Osmonds singer Alan Osmond dies aged 76
- Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the performing Osmond Brothers, died at age 76. Local television stations KSL, Fox, and KUTV confirmed his wife, Suzanne, and their eight sons were at his bedside at his home in Orem, Utah.
- Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1987, the creative leader of the band was instrumental as a songwriter and composer. He famously adopted the mantra, "I may have MS, but MS does not have me!"
- Rising to fame on "The Andy Williams Show" in 1962, the group became known as the "one take Osmonds." They achieved global success in the 1970s with hits including "One Bad Apple," "Down By the Lazy River," and "Love Me For a Reason."
- A family representative stated his "positive outlook was an inspiration to many," noting he frequently spoke at MS events. He is survived by his wife, eight sons, 30 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
- The Osmonds sold over 77 million records worldwide throughout their career. Two years ago, Alan shared his life story in a memoir titled "One Way Ticket," wanting his grandchildren to "remember what he did.
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Oldest Singing Osmond Brother Alan Dies At 76
Alan Osmond, the oldest Osmond brother who sang, has died. He was 76. A spokesperson for the Osmond family released a statement on his passing, stating that he died at 8:30 p.m. Monday; his wife and children were at his bedside when he passed. Osmond and his siblings were part the musical group…
Alan Osmond, oldest brother in family music group The Osmonds, dies at 76
Alan Osmond, oldest member of the famed family singing group The Osmonds, has died, leaving a legacy of having "quietly carried so much responsibility so the rest of us could shine," his loved ones said Tuesday
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