Alan Osmond, oldest member of The Osmonds, dies at 76 years old
Key Points:
- Alan Osmond, the oldest member of The Osmonds, passed away at age 76, surrounded by his wife Suzanne and their eight sons.
- He was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis 40 years ago, which led to his retirement from performing with The Osmond Brothers.
- Alan was a key figure in shaping The Osmonds' global success, co-writing hits like "One Bad Apple," "Crazy Horses," and "Are You Up There?" with his brothers.
- Alongside his brother Merrill, he created the "Stadium of Fire," a major annual Independence Day celebration held in Provo.
- He is survived by his wife, eight sons, 30 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and several siblings; he was preceded in death by his parents and brother Wayne.