Osmonds Founder Alan Osmond Dead at 76 — His Brothers Called Him "No. 1" Until the Very End

Alan Osmond, the oldest member of the musical group The Osmonds, passed away at 76. He died Monday at approximately 8:30 p.m. local time. According to ABC4 Utah, a family spokesperson confirmed the news. It has also been revealed that Osmond’s wife and children were at his bedside when he died.

CBS affiliate KUTV reported that Osmond is survived by his wife of 51 years, Suzanne Pinegar, and 8 sons: Michael, Nathan, Doug, David, Scott, Jon, Alex, and Tyler. He reportedly also had 30 grandchildren. The late singer retired from performing after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 40 years ago.

The spokesperson shared an emotional memory of the singer, stating that “an ever-ready smile was ever prevalent” after meeting the entertainer. He said, “One might feel as though they had known him all their life. Others’ importance seemed to outshine his own, and he especially treasured the countless fans who supported the group.”

The family spokesperson also shared with the publication that Osmond expressed a deep desire to be reunited with Wayne, who passed away last year in January. He stated, “We still have a lot of work to do together- there is much catching up to keep us busy for a very long time.”

Merrill Osmond, 72, was among those paying tribute to his brother.

According to People, an official statement shared by Merrill read, “It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of my beloved brother, Alan Osmond. I was grateful to be with him shortly before he passed and to share a final meaningful moment together. Alan was a gifted creator, a man of faith, and a deeply loving soul whose life blessed many.”

He also expressed gratitude on behalf of his family for the outpouring of love and prayers. He added that they would continue to honor what mattered most to him, insisting that his loss is deeply felt and hard to put into words.

Alan was born in Ogden, Utah, where his wife Suzanne was also from. Osmond performed across multiple stages and was proficient in several musical instruments. According to IMDb, he also worked as a producer on numerous TV series, including Donny and Marie and The Osmond Family Show.

In the 1970s, Alan served in the National Guard for six years before the group became one of the most recognized acts in American pop music.

The People report suggests that the musical group The Osmonds was founded in the 1970s by Alan, Wayne, Merrill, Jay, and Donny, before they shot to fame. Alan was designated as the leader of the band at just 8 years old when they appeared as a barbershop group and developed “a long-lasting relationship not only with [Walt] Disney, but with Andy Williams on his weekly televised show.” The late singer’s brothers reportedly called him “No. 1.”

The ABC4 Utah report also notes that Alan helped create the Children’s Miracle Network Telethon, which has raised over $2 billion for children’s hospitals, and launched the One Heart Foundation to support children without families.