Watch the video at the end of this article.
Introduction
Merrill Osmond Grieves the Loss of Brother Wayne, Prepares to File Lawsuit to Protect the Family’s Legacy
After the devastating loss of Wayne Osmond — a key member of the legendary Osmond musical family — Merrill Osmond shared an emotional video on social media. In his message, Merrill expressed deep gratitude to fans worldwide and also addressed a serious issue that has compelled him to consider legal action.
Honoring Wayne Osmond’s Legacy
Merrill said that the outpouring of love and condolences from around the world has helped him find some comfort. He shared that posting a tribute video, featuring a young musician covering Osmond songs, brought him solace.
“Wayne was the heart of our band,” Merrill said. “Many of the songs fans cherish were shaped by his creativity.”
He reminisced about the countless hours spent writing music with Wayne and Alan, emphasizing Wayne’s crucial role in shaping the group’s signature sound. “I hope Wayne, wherever you are, heard this tribute,” he added with emotion.
Legal Action to Defend the Family Name
Amid his grief, Merrill made a difficult announcement: he has gathered enough evidence and will move forward with a lawsuit against an individual who has repeatedly spread false information about the Osmond family online.
The false claims relate to the songwriting credits of their hits, alleging that Jay Osmond was a co-writer, when in reality Merrill, Wayne, and Alan were the songwriters. Merrill clarified that Jay contributed to rhythm and arrangements but did not write lyrics or song structures.
“All of this is clearly documented in the publishing records,” Merrill emphasized. “There is no dispute among us about who wrote what. And even though Jay did not write the songs, he still receives equal royalties. We remain brothers and united.”
A Call for Togetherness
At the end of the video, Merrill encouraged fans to cherish time with their loved ones. “You never know when the Lord will call someone home,” he said. He urged viewers not to be swayed by online misinformation and to seek the truth directly from him or from reliable sources.
Despite the legal challenges, Merrill stressed that there is no animosity among the Osmond brothers and that all past misunderstandings have been resolved. “We’ve worked things out like brothers do,” he shared. “Let’s move forward, make music, and honor Wayne’s memory the right way.”
The Osmond family continues to receive support from fans worldwide. As they mourn and celebrate Wayne Osmond’s life, their musical legacy remains strong and cherished.