Wayne Osmond, Singer of the American Family Pop Group The Osmonds, Dies at 73

Brother Confirms Death in Facebook Post

Wayne Osmond, the singer of the American family pop group The Osmonds, has died at the age of 73, his brother said on Thursday.

Death Cause

Osmond passed away at a hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, after suffering a “massive stroke,” his brother Merrill Osmond said in a Facebook post.

Early Life and Career

Wayne Osmond was the fourth of nine siblings raised in a Mormon household in the city of Ogden, Utah. The siblings’ career began in the 1950s when Wayne, Alan, Merrill, and Jay sang as a barbershop quartet. In 1961, the four brothers were discovered singing at Disneyland. They gained exposure on television shows and their popularity grew. Brothers Donny and Jimmy eventually joined, as well as sister Marie.

Peak of Fame and Later Years

In 1971, the group reached the height of their fame after the release of “One Bad Apple.” The song spent five weeks at No 1 on the Billboard 100, according to People magazine. Shortly after, the band went their separate ways. Jimmy pursued a solo career, while Donny and Marie, now aged 67 and 65, began singing as a duo.

Personal Life

Wayne married Kathlyn White, a former pageant queen, in 1974. They had five children together. He experienced a number of health problems over the years. In 1997, he was diagnosed with a brain tumour and lost nearly all of his hearing as a result of the treatment, People reported. Then, in 2012, he had a stroke that left him unable to play guitar.

Mourning and Legacy

“My brother Wayne endured much,” Merrill said in his post. “He gave it his all. His legacy will go down as someone who was not only a genius in his ability to write music, but was able to capture the hearts of millions of people and bring them closer to God.”

Conclusion

Wayne Osmond’s passing marks the end of an era for the legendary group The Osmonds. His legacy will be remembered through his music and the impact he had on millions of fans worldwide.

FAQs

* What was the cause of Wayne Osmond’s death?
+ He died from a massive stroke.
* How old was Wayne Osmond when he died?
+ He was 73 years old.
* What was the name of Wayne Osmond’s wife?
+ His wife’s name was Kathlyn White.
* How many children did Wayne Osmond have?
+ He had five children with his wife Kathlyn White.