The Osmonds legend Alan Osmond has passed away aged 76.
The iconic band’s founding brother and guitarist died on Monday while surrounded by his nearest and dearest, the family announced in a statement.
He battled Multiple Sclerosis for over 40 years.
The statement read: ‘His positive outlook was an inspiration to many, and he donated much of his time speaking at MS events, encouraging individuals like himself on how to mentally and physically deal with the advancement and treatment of the disease.’
Alan found fame while performing with his siblings following appearances on The Andy Williams Show in the 60s.
His singing career began in a barbershop quartet with his brothers Wayne, Merrill and Jay, when he was 12. They were later joined by their younger brother Donny.
They found global fame as a 1970s pop sensation, where Alan acted as a key songwriter and composer, for the group and helped write some of The Osmonds’ hits, including One Bad Apple and Crazy Horses.
The Osmonds legend Alan Osmond has passed away aged 76 (pictured in 1973)
Alan is pictured speaking at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Annual Dinner of Champion in LA in 2010
