Introduction:
Brian Blosil and Marie Osmond: A Story of Love, Struggles, and Lasting Lessons
For two decades, Marie Osmond and Brian Blosil shared a marriage that, from the outside, seemed like the union of two strong, creative spirits. Marie, one of America’s most recognizable entertainers, and Brian, a composer and producer with a quiet but steady career in the entertainment world, built a life that spanned love, children, and heartbreak. Yet behind the smiles, red carpets, and family photographs, their relationship carried trials that eventually proved insurmountable.
The Man Beside the Star
While often recognized as Marie Osmond’s husband, Brian Blosil was far from living in her shadow. Born with a passion for music and creativity, he carved out his own path in entertainment. He is best known for his composition Let His Love Reach You, a work that reflected his artistic depth and sensitivity.
Blosil also dipped into acting and production. He earned credits as an executive consultant on the ABC sitcom Maybe This Time (1995–1996), which starred Marie Osmond, Betty White, and Ashley Johnson. Years earlier, he had a small acting role as Russ Calvin in the short film Wildest Dreams (1987). Though his career never reached the spotlight intensity of his wife’s, Blosil quietly built a résumé that blended creativity, business sense, and a supportive role in the entertainment landscape.
A Whirlwind Beginning
The story of Brian and Marie began in Provo, Utah, when they met at a party. At the time, Marie was emerging from her first marriage to Steve Craig, which had ended in 1985. The connection with Brian was quick and compelling. Within months, their courtship deepened into something more serious.
In October 1986, they were married in an intimate ceremony at the Jordan River Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The wedding was private, attended only by close family members. Afterward, the couple celebrated with a breakfast in Salt Lake City before departing for a honeymoon at an undisclosed location. It seemed the beginning of a hopeful new chapter.
A Family of Nine
Over the next two decades, Brian and Marie built a large and loving family. Together, they welcomed seven children—two biological and five adopted. Their family included Jessica, Michael, Brandon, Brianna, Matthew, Abigail, and Rachael.
Their household was full of life, music, and faith, yet also faced the everyday challenges of raising a large family under the glare of public attention. Blosil, who was known to be more private than his wife, often shouldered responsibilities behind the scenes, supporting Marie as she balanced motherhood with a demanding career in show business.
But their family also experienced deep tragedy. In 2010, their adopted son, Michael, died at age 18 after struggling with depression and addiction. His loss was devastating and became a defining moment for both Marie and Brian, shaping the way they spoke publicly about mental health and the hidden battles so many families endure.
Cracks in the Marriage
Though they shared many blessings, Marie Osmond later admitted that she was never truly happy in the marriage. In interviews following their separation, she revealed that over the years she felt a growing emptiness—“burning within,” as she described it—until she realized she could no longer stay.
Their union, while long-lasting, was tested by the demands of Marie’s career, family obligations, and periods of separation. One particularly difficult time came after the birth of their third child in 1999. Feeling overwhelmed, Marie left home and checked into a small hotel on the California coast. Though she later returned, the incident reflected the weight of the struggles they faced.
Despite these difficulties, Marie credited her children for giving her the courage to finally leave. In 2007, after 20 years together, she filed for divorce. No public details were given about the grounds, but both emphasized that the separation was amicable.
Moving Forward
For Brian, the end of the marriage marked the close of a significant chapter. While he largely retreated from the public eye after the divorce, his creative work and his role as a father continued to define him. For Marie, life after Brian brought both continued heartbreak and unexpected renewal—she remarried her first husband, Steve Craig, in 2011, closing the circle of her personal story in a way few could have predicted.
Legacy of Love and Lessons
Though their marriage did not last, the life Brian Blosil and Marie Osmond built together remains deeply meaningful. Their children, their shared faith, and even their hardships stand as a testament to resilience. Marie has often acknowledged that her time with Brian was not without love—it was simply a union marked by both joy and struggle, as many long marriages are.
Brian Blosil may not have sought the spotlight, but his influence—as a husband, a father, and a creative force—left an imprint on those who knew him best. His story with Marie Osmond is one not only of romance and fame, but of endurance, loss, and the strength to begin anew.