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The Osmonds' Star Alan Osmond Dead Aged 76: Eldest Brother of Legendary Group Passes Away After 40-Year MS Battle · Fresh Intelligence

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  [SPEAKER_00]: Allen Osmond passes away at 76 after long battle with MS Asterisk Allen Osmond.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: The iconic star of the Osmond has died at age 76 following a 40-year struggle with multiple sclerosis.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: MS.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: It was surrounded by family during his final moments, leaving a legacy of inspiration and resilience.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: Family statement noted his positive outlook and commitment to MS advocacy, where he often spoke to encourage others facing similar challenges.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: His brother, Merrill Osmond, 72, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, saying, it is with profound sadness that we share the passing of my beloved brother, Alan Osmond.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: I was grateful to be with him shortly before he passed, and to share a final meaningful moment together.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: Alan was a gifted creator, a man of faith, and a deeply loving soul whose life blessed many.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: Before his death, Merrill shared on Facebook two days before my brother, Alan passed, I was blessed to sit quietly with him.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: We talked as brothers do, heart to heart.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: He recalled Allen smiling and sharing memories of their collaborative work.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: He said, "'Marrow, you and I worked side by side.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: Please do something with it.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: Let people know what we were trying to say.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: I want you to know, his request will be honored.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: Allen Osmond found fame in the 1960s with the Osmonds.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: Starting his singing career as part of a barbershop quartet with Brother's Wayne, Merrill and Jay, before Donnie joined them.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: As a key songwriter and composer, he contributed to hits like one bad apple and crazy horses.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: November 2021, Allen and his wife, Susan Panger, were recognized as pillars of Utah Valley.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: In a 2000 award speech, he spoke about how his military reserve service and martial arts training instilled a you can do it mindset.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: He famously proclaimed, I may have a mess but MS does not have
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  [SPEAKER_00]: His advocacy included founding the one-heart foundation, and working as a motivational speaker.
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  [SPEAKER_00]: Donnie Osmond paid tribute, stating, While the Osmond Brothers' success may now be part of musical history, Future Historians will certainly recognize that Alan Osmond was definitely the cornerstone of our achievements.
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  [SPEAKER_01]: Alan's passing follows the loss of his brother Wayne last year after a stroke.