Introduction:
For decades, Alan Osmond, the eldest of the famous Osmond singing family, was defined by his music. Singing, playing the piano, and composing came as naturally to him as breathing. But in recent years, those gifts were nearly silenced by his battle with multiple sclerosis (MS) — a struggle that left him physically weakened, confined to a wheelchair, and unable to perform alongside his siblings.
Now, in what he calls nothing short of a miracle, Alan is making a comeback.
A Voice Silenced
Alan’s decline was painfully visible. Once a powerhouse performer, he struggled to lift his arm, lost strength in his right leg, and could no longer hold a pen or even pick up his grandchildren. MS, a disease that attacks the central nervous system, had stripped him of his independence and, for a time, his identity as a musician.
In 1992, the Osmond Brothers launched a successful residency in Branson, Missouri, delighting fans with their tight harmonies and family warmth. But as his illness progressed, Alan quietly stepped back from the spotlight, leaving many to wonder if he would ever return.
A Leap of Faith
That return began with a leap of faith — and science. Two and a half years ago, Alan traveled to England to participate in a clinical trial for a natural injection treatment called SF 1019, or Immunis. The treatment, not yet FDA approved, offered hope where traditional therapies had not.
“I could not pick up a penny. I couldn’t hold my grandkids,” Alan recalls. “And I said, ‘Help.’ We tried [the treatment], and after we got that, we hung on. What’s exciting now is that after two and a half years of taking it, I can honestly say I am improving. I still have MS — but MS doesn’t have me.”
Results That Speak Volumes
The changes have been undeniable. Once unable to use his right hand, Alan can now play piano with both. Once dependent on a wheelchair, he now walks and even sings again. His neurologist has been astonished, telling him, “That is not placebo. This stuff is working.”
Faith, Alan insists, has been as vital as medicine. He credits his wife, Suzanne, and his deep belief in God with sustaining him through the darkest moments. “It’s been faith, family, and perseverance,” he says.
Looking Forward
Alan isn’t back to dancing like his sister Marie — not yet, at least. But he’s moving again, and more importantly, he’s back to doing what he loves most: making music. He’s even preparing to rejoin his siblings for the Osmonds’ 50th Anniversary World Tour, a milestone that seemed impossible only a few years ago.
“I can do it now,” Alan said with a smile after playing piano on stage. “Oh my, it’s incredible.”
A Brother’s Light Still Shines
For fans who have followed the Osmonds for more than half a century, Alan’s comeback is more than a personal triumph — it’s a story of resilience, faith, and the enduring power of music. His journey offers hope not only to those battling MS but to anyone facing challenges that seem insurmountable.
As Alan himself puts it: “I still have MS. But MS doesn’t have me.”