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Alan Osmond dies at 76 with family by his side

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  • Alan Osmond, eldest sibling of the Osmonds, died at 76 in Salt Lake City.
  • He was with his wife and eight children at the time of his death, and had 30 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
  • Osmond was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1987, leading to retirement from public life, with his last appearance in 2019.

Alan Osmond died at 8:30 PM local time in Salt Lake City, Utah, according to a spokesperson cited by major media outlets. He was surrounded by his wife, Suzanne Pinegar, whom he married in 1974, and their eight children at the time of his death. The family also includes 30 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, as reported by major media.

Osmond had been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1987, a condition that led him to largely retire from public life, with only occasional appearances in later decades. His last public appearance was on the CBS daytime show The Talk in 2019, according to major media. The family issued a statement through a spokesperson on Tuesday.

Donny Osmond posted a tribute to Alan Osmond on social media platform X, and Merrill Osmond posted a tribute on Facebook. The Osmonds family band, formed in the 1950s, gained fame with hits like "One Bad Apple" and "Crazy Horses," with Alan serving as a key member alongside his brothers. His health struggles with MS were publicly acknowledged over the years, impacting his ability to perform regularly.

Despite his retirement, he remained a beloved figure in the entertainment community, with tributes highlighting his legacy and contributions to music. The family's statement expressed gratitude for the support and shared memories of his life and career.

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