Alan Osmond, known as the eldest brother in the legendary Osmond family music group, passed away at his home in Utah on Monday night at the age of 76.
A family representative revealed he died at 8:30 p.m., surrounded by his wife, Suzanne, and their eight sons. He bravely battled multiple sclerosis for approximately 40 years, although the specific cause of death was not made public.
A Pillar of the Osmond Legacy
As the oldest member of the iconic entertainment family, Alan played a crucial role behind the scenes while younger siblings Donny and Marie garnered widespread fame. During the peak of their popularity in the 1960s and 1970s, Alan was integral in guiding the group’s musical vision, contributing as a pianist and guitarist as well as a talented songwriter.
The Osmonds became fixtures on television variety shows and embarked on nationwide tours, transforming their family act into a significant pop culture sensation.
Brother Merrill Osmond paid tribute to Alan on social media, recalling a heartfelt moment they shared shortly before Alan’s passing.
“Just two days prior to my brother’s passing, I had the privilege of spending quiet time with him. We conversed like brothers do. Despite his struggles, sharing a joke brought him joy, and he smiled,” he recalled.
Merrill shared that Alan left him with a poignant request regarding their collaborative work. He expressed, “In a tender moment, he leaned in and whispered that we should continue sharing our message through The Plan. Rest assured, I will honor his request.”
He continued, “Alan now stands with our Heavenly Father, full of honor and peace. His life was rich in love, devotion, and purpose, not just measured in years.”
This is one of the earliest pictures I have of my brother Alan and me.
Even back then, you can see that he had his arm around me, watching over me. That’s who he was. My protector. My guide. The one who quietly carried so much responsibility so the rest of us could shine.
Alan… pic.twitter.com/LUs3Z9mgdO— Donny Osmond (@donnyosmond) April 21, 2026
Merrill concluded his message with reassuring words for fans and loved ones: “So please, lift your hearts in celebration rather than sorrow. Do not mourn, as your brother, your friend, your hero is no longer in pain. He is free and home now.”
Outside of his musical career, Alan Osmond made significant contributions to philanthropy. He played a pivotal role in founding the Children’s Miracle Network Telethon, raising over $2 billion for children’s healthcare, and established the One Heart Foundation to assist orphans.
Alan is survived by his wife of 51 years, Suzanne, and their eight sons: Michael, Nathan, Doug, David, Scott, Jon, Alex, and Tyler, along with 30 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
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