Legendary Osmond brother Alan Osmond has died at the age of 76. His family confirmed his wife, Suzanne, and their eight sons were at his bedside. While they did not reveal his cause of death, the star had been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 1987. The family paid touching tribute in a statement issued through a spokesperson, saying: "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 was catapulted to fame performing with his siblings following appearances on The Andy Williams Show. He began singing as a barbershop quartet with his brothers Wayne, Merrill and Jay, when he was 12. They were later joined by their younger brother Donny and found global fame as a 1970s pop sensation. Alan was a key songwriter and composer, for the group and helped write some of The Osmonds’ hits, including One Bad Apple and the critically acclaimed Crazy Horses.