Donny Osmond
Donny Osmond
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Donald Clark Osmond is commonly known as Donny Osmond.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: December 9, 1957
Still active in the entertainment industry
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American singer, actor, and television host
Early Life and Background
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Donny Osmond was born to Olive May Davis and George D. Osmond, a music teacher and talent manager, in Ogden, Utah. He is the fifth of nine children in his family. His siblings include Alan, Wayne, Merrill, Jay, Tom, Virl, Marie, and Jimmy. The large family would often perform together as "The Osmonds," singing and dancing for local events.
Growing up, Donny was exposed to music from a young age. He began performing at the age of three, singing on local television shows with his siblings. His parents recognized their children's talent and decided to manage them professionally. By the time Donny turned 12, he had already appeared on several popular TV variety shows.
Major Accomplishments
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Donny Osmond's music career began in the early 1970s as a member of The Osmonds. With his brothers Alan and Merrill, they achieved great success with hits like "One Bad Thing" and "Love Me for a Reason." As a solo artist, Donny released several successful singles, including "Go Away Little Girl," which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Donny's acting career also took off in the late 1970s when he appeared as Chip Anderson on the television series _The Young and the Restless_ and later landed a starring role in the musical film _Mulaney_. He has also made guest appearances on several TV shows, including _Saturday Night Live_ and _Dancing with the Stars_, where he won season 9.
Notable Works or Actions
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Music: Donny released his self-titled album "Donny" in 1972, which featured his hit single "Go Away Little Girl."
Television: He appeared as a judge on _Dancing with the Stars_ and has hosted several TV shows, including _The Donny Osmond Show_.
* Philanthropy: Donny is involved with various charitable organizations, such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation and The Children's Miracle Network.
Impact and Legacy
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Donny Osmond's impact on popular culture cannot be overstated. As a member of The Osmonds, he helped pave the way for future boy bands and teen idols. His solo music career has also influenced many young artists who followed in his footsteps. Donny continues to entertain audiences with his smooth voice, charming personality, and extensive experience in both music and television.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Donny Osmond is widely quoted for his experiences as a member of The Osmonds and his subsequent solo career. He has been featured in various media outlets discussing the challenges and rewards of fame at a young age. As an accomplished singer, actor, and television host, Donny remains a beloved figure in popular culture, often sharing valuable insights on entertainment, family values, and perseverance.
Quotes by Donny Osmond
I’m an entertainer. I get up on stage and I try to make people enjoy my music, and that political arena – I’m going to stay out of it, right out.
Romance is alive and well in America, but the 50 percent who can’t make it work fail because of selfishness. It gets down to that. You can’t oversimplify it because every situation is so complex.
You know, I always wondered what it would have been like to just go to school, play football with the guys and go to the prom. Just like a ‘regular person.’
I am not going to condemn anybody. That’s where religion gets a bad name, when people get holier than thou. We are all human. If my children make a mistake, I want them to know it is all right and they should try harder next time.
I had a rough spot about being a goody-goody Mormon, and not drinking or smoking. But I’m kind of grateful I’ve got this image now. There are no skeletons in my closet. What you see is what you get.
I’m going to be true to what I want to do, because if I care what people think about me, I’m a puppet. Which I have been in my life. And you can’t live life that way, man!
I look at Justin Bieber and my heart breaks for him, because I know what he’s going to go through. He knows it. Everybody knows it.
Our father taught us such a work ethic that if there’s something worth doing, it’s worth doing well.
Thank goodness I had a great family growing up, a great foundation. But I will say my faith, my parents, my family, all that stuff is very, very important. And I’ll say that until the day I die.
It’s a lot of work to keep reinventing yourself and coming up with new stuff, but that’s what it takes to be in show business.