Wayne Osmond, Beloved Father and Musician, Passes Away at 73
SALT LAKE CITY — Sources close to the Osmond family confirmed to KSL TV that Wayne Osmond has died. He was 73.
Wayne Osmond, best known as the father of the iconic singing family, passed away peacefully on Thursday surrounded by his wife and five children.
The Osmond family released a heartfelt statement in the wake of the tragedy:
Wayne Osmond, beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully last night surrounded by his loving wife and five children. His legacy of faith, music, love, and laughter have influenced the lives of many people around the world. He would want everyone to know that the gospel of Jesus Christ is true, that families are forever, and that banana splits are the best dessert. We love him and will miss him dearly.
Wayne Osmond pictured in an interview with KSL TV’s Carole Mikita. (Eric Betts, KSL TV)
This is a developing story. We will continue to update with more information as it becomes available.
Contributing: Carole Mikita, KSL TV
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