Wayne Osmond (real name: Edmond Wayne Osmond) was best known as one of the Osmond Brothers, but he built his own legacy in the music industry. Due to his success as a guitarist, Osmond developed his image and likely built his net worth. The late “One Bad Apple” artist died at the age of 73 on New Year’s Day, 2025, his family confirmed in a public statement.
“His legacy of faith, music, love, and laughter have influenced the lives of many people around the world,” the Osmonds’ statement read. “He would want everyone to know that the gospel of Jesus Christ is true, that families are forever, and that banana splits are the best dessert. We love him and will miss him dearly.”
Learn more about Osmond’s life, career and death below.
Osmond was a musician who was part of the Osmond Brothers. The band started as a barbershop quartet, and Osmond played alongside his siblings Alan, Merrill, Jay and Donny Osmond, who was later recognized for his performances alongside sister Marie Osmond.
Osmond’s net worth is not known. However, his brother Merrill has an estimated net worth of $5 million and Donny is worth $8 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Therefore, it’s safe to assume that Osmond had a substantial net worth thanks to his decades-long career as a famous musician.
In 1997, a brain tumor was found in Osmond, which was later successfully treated. In 2012, Osmond had a stroke, but he survived.
Osmond died of a stroke on January 1, 2025, his brother Merrill revealed on Facebook.
