Wayne Osmond has died at the age of 73.
The Osmonds legend’s passing on New Year’s Day was confirmed by his family in an emotional statement to KTVX.
“Wayne Osmond, beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully last night surrounded by his loving wife and five children,” said the family’s statement, obtained by local ABC affiliate KTVX.
“His legacy of faith, music, love and laughter has touched the lives of many people around the world.
“He wants everyone to know that the gospel of Jesus Christ is true, that families last forever, and that banana splits are the best dessert. We love him and will miss him very much.”
Wayne Osmond has died at the age of 73; seen in Las Vegas in 2007
The Utah native was the second-oldest of the Osmond Brothers’ original singers and the fourth-oldest of the nine Osmond children.