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Donny Osmond’s Emotional Farewell to Brother Merrill During Final Performance
A memorable chapter in music history came to a close as Donny Osmond bid an emotional farewell to his brother Merrill Osmond during his final performance at the Westgate Theatre in Las Vegas. The touching moment moved thousands of fans and brought back memories of the golden era of the legendary musical family – The Osmonds.
Donny, 64, was visibly overcome with emotion as he embraced his older brother Merrill, 68, on stage. In a heartfelt Twitter post, Donny shared a photo capturing the poignant moment and wrote: “It was a night I’ll never forget. As I watched him perform, I became a fan myself. He asked me to join him at the end of the show, and as he sang his closing song, I couldn’t help but give him a farewell hug.”
Donny went on to express his gratitude for Merrill’s essential role in shaping the group’s unique sound: “Yes, it took all of us to create The Osmonds, but it was Merrill’s voice that defined the sound.”
The show concluded with the song “Hard to Say Goodbye,” bringing many to tears in the audience. Fans quickly took to social media to share their feelings. One Twitter user wrote: “That hug will forever stay in my heart. A true testament to brotherhood – he ain’t heavy, he’s my brother.”
Others were similarly moved by the emotional send-off: “This photo brought tears to my eyes. It’s the perfect image of love and support between brothers. Thank you, Osmond family, for the wonderful memories.”
The event marked the end of an era for the iconic group, but the legacy of The Osmonds – and the deep bond between its members – will live on in the hearts of fans for generations to come.