Donny Osmond is remembering one of the best recommendation he acquired from the “king” of rock ‘n’ roll.
Osmond, 67, recalled the phrases of knowledge from Elvis Presley that resonated with him at a younger age.
“I bear in mind once we have been speaking to Elvis at some point, our household even. He mentioned, ‘If I may do it once more, I’d get nearer to my followers,'” Osmond informed People.
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Donny Osmond, left, shared one of the best recommendation he acquired from Elvis Presley at a younger age. (Debra L Rothenberg/WireImage/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)
“I used to be 14 on the time when he mentioned that. And it actually, actually influenced me {that a} man this large, you understand, the ‘king’ of rock ‘n’ roll, says he needs he may get nearer to his followers ‘trigger he was so remoted. That’s one of many explanation why I do it, as a result of that got here from the ‘king.’”
In 2017, Osmond opened up about his encounters with Presley on the ITV present “Lorraine” and the way he was the “nicest man.” He added that Presley reminded him of the significance of being a “actual particular person.”
Osmond continued to elucidate how he’d taken a extra fashionable strategy with social media in 2024 and mentioned he “actually enjoys” partaking along with his followers as he mirrored on his illustrious musical profession.
“Can you think about what I may have carried out with social media and the ‘Puppy Love’ days?” he remarked.
Presley reminded Osmond of the significance of being a “actual particular person.” (Getty Images)
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Osmond’s feedback got here on the identical day his brother, Wayne, a founding member of The Osmond Brothers, died at 73 of an enormous stroke on New Year’s Day. Wayne was additionally the brother of entertainer Marie Osmond.
“Wayne Osmond, beloved husband and father, handed away peacefully final night time surrounded by his loving spouse and 5 youngsters,” the Osmond household mentioned in a press release posted Thursday on the Facebook page of Wayne’s daughter, Amy Osmond Cook.
Wayne Osmond died of an enormous stroke. He was 73. (Getty Images)
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“His legacy of religion, music, love, and laughter have influenced the lives of many individuals around the globe.
“He would need everybody to know that the gospel of Jesus Christ is true, that households are endlessly, and that banana splits are one of the best dessert,” the household added. “We love him and can miss him dearly.”
The Osmonds — Jimmy, left again; Marie; Donny; Alan, left entrance; Wayne; Merril; and Jay. (Getty Images)
Donny additionally took to Instagram to pay tribute to his older brother.
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“My expensive brother Wayne handed away peacefully final night time from a stroke,” Donny wrote. “I’m so grateful that I had the chance to go to him within the hospital earlier than he handed. Wayne introduced a lot mild, laughter, and like to everybody who knew him, particularly me. He was the last word optimist and was cherished by everybody.
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“I’m certain I converse on behalf of each one among us siblings after I state that we have been lucky to have Wayne as a brother,” he added. “Even although we’re separated on this mortal life, I do know that by the grace and resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we can have the chance to be with Wayne for eternity.
“I really like you, Wayne.”
