Merrill Osmond

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Merrill Osmond's Bio: Merrills unique lead voice of the famous Osmond family is also an established solo artist. Merrill Osmond has performed throughout the world in virtually every major venue.

Merrills incredible voice comes through as the lead singer of the Osmond Brothers, as you have heard on some you hear on hit records such as One Bad Apple, Crazy Horses, Yo-Yo, Down by the Lazy River, Love Me for a Reason and many other countless hits.

In collaboration with his brothers, Merrill sang lead to the group's collective unbelievab le 27 gold records - many of which he shared the production credits and has written the music and lyrics for five number one hit records. Collectively the Osmonds have produced 47 platinum and gold records. In the history of the rock era, no other recording ar tists have earned as many gold records in one year as the Osmond family. Not even the Beatles surpassed the record of the Osmonds eleven gold award certificates in one year, a record the Osmonds still hold today.

Merrill Osmonds powerful influence in the musi c and entertainment industry leaves a legacy that embraces principles that strengthens families. He is deeply committed to the ideals that have powerfully changed the view of the role we play in the world around us. His talent as a strong leader has moved him into other productions serving as the executive producer of the Donny and Marie Show, on ABC-TV, and many other special presentations for TV as well as motion picture.

Merrill Osmond is also a songwriter, author, producer, motivational speaker and philanthro pist. He has produced over 90 teleplays and scripts for television. Merrill brings his amazing talent as a songwriter, writing lyrics and music to many of his recent releases. He is also an author, recently releasing a biography and a book amplifying the depth of the Osmonds 70s gospel rock album the Plan.

Merrills remarkable achievements have earned him notable recognition and honorable titles such as one of the Ten Outstanding Men, 1982 for the United States Jaycees. He has received two Peoples Choice Awards, f our number #1 Billboard Hits, and two Grammy Award nominations. In 2003, the Osmond Family were honored for their achievements with their own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Merrills extraordinary leadership skills have been recognized by both President Ronald Regan and President George Bush. Both Presidents have requested his expertise in producing two prominent events, The Making of an Inauguration for President Ronald Regan, and on behalf of President George Bushs Inauguration in 1989, The Quincentennial Inaugural Ball. One event that was special to his heart was, Operation Family Front, as special benefit and television program that provided for the families of servicemen in Operation Desert Storm in 1991.

Merrills true intentional love for the lives he to uches shows up in his philanthropic work as the co-founder of the Osmond Foundation, which produces the The Childrens Miracle Network Telethon. one of the largest children's charities in the world. It has helped raise over 4 billion dollars for Children's Hosp itals worldwide. He has been awarded Honorary Chairman, and Medalist, in his work for the Utah Special Olympics. Merrill has received many awards for his work with the youth; his passion to serve others comes from his devotion to God and his fellow man. He ser ved in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina accompanying a Quick Response Relief Team to the affected areas providing emergency relief, shelter and support.

Most recently he was honored with a Knighthood by the Military Order of the Temple of Jerusalem in reco gnition of his philanthropic involvement with religious and charitable organizations … Read more