The Osmonds star dies aged 76 after multiple sclerosis battle

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21 Apr 2026 • 4:44 PM MYT
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The Osmonds star dies aged 76 after multiple sclerosis battle

  • Alan Osmond, the guitarist and oldest member of the popular 1970s family band The Osmonds, has died at the age of 76.
  • He passed away at his home in Orem, Utah, surrounded by his wife and their eight sons.
  • The Osmonds, including Alan and his younger brothers, rose to fame after performing on The Andy Williams Show when Alan was 12.
  • Alan was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 40 years ago, which eventually led to his retirement from performing in 2007.
  • He is survived by his wife Suzanne, their eight sons, 30 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and his siblings.

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