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DonnyandMarie Osmondare as close as siblings can get, but the bond is only reflective of their large family.
The iconic sibling duo are two out of the nine children born to George and Olive Osmond. Their family rose to prominence when Alan, Wayne, Merill and Jay gained some notoriety, first as a barbershop quartet in the '70s, before Donny joined and the group became a quintet. Their older brothers, Virl and Tom, were born almost completely deaf, but were still a part of the family business, though not performers.
"[My parents] decided they were not going to treat my brothers differently [or lower their expectations.] My brothers talk and communicate verbally," Donny toldABILITYMagazine.
"They also sign and do have that down quite well. As a matter of fact, we used sign language when we were performing together as a group."
Following the success ofThe Osmonds, Donny would go on to forge a solo path, collaborating on several hits with little sister Marie, who had blazed her own trail as a country artist.
The pair brought their hit-making magic toDonny & Marie, their widely popular variety show, which aired on ABC from 1976 to 1979. They performed skits, sang songs and even ice-skated, quickly becoming fan favorites among viewers. After the show's end, Donny and Marie would largely go their separate ways professionally, before reuniting their act for a Vegas residency that ran for 11 years, from 2008 to 2019.
As we mark the 50th anniversary ofDonny & Marieon Jan. 23, 2026, look back at some photos of the dynamic sibling duo through the years.
Baby Marie
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The only girl of the family, 10-year-old Marie displayed a full bang in this adorable throwback.
Feeling the Love
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Donny and Marie were surrounded by their loved ones in this shot from 1973.
Two of a Kind
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Donny and Marie were a lookalike pair in this portrait from 1970.
Big Smiles
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The pair were snapped arriving at London Airport by car in August 1974.
Family Ties
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A famously tight-knit family, Donny and Marie were pictured with their brothers Merrill, Jay, Alan, Jimmy and Wayne while in London in this undated shot from the '70s.
Wayne Osmonddied after suffering a strokein January 2025. He was 73.
Red Hot
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The sibling duo often rocked flashy, coordinating outfits as they performed onDonny & Marie, including these red-hot ensembles.
On the Dance Floor
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The brother-sister duo were also known to cut a rug. Here they perform during a show in 1978.
All-American Entertainment
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And variety they gave. Donny and Marie dressed up as theAmerican Gothicpainting for an episode in 1979.
Love to Mom
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Marie and Donny showered their mother, Olive, with kisses during a fashion show for Olive's Kids — their kids' fashion line — in 1978.
Donny Hearts Debbie
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Donny married his wife,Debbie, in 1978. The couple welcomed their first child, Donald the following year. Above, Donny brings his sweet family onstage during theDonny and Marie Christmas Specialin 1979.
Golden Duo
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The talented sibling duo held up their gold record albums, alongside Curb Records founder, Mike Curb.
All in the Family
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While Donny found success outside his family, the famed singer has always credited his brothers for his start. Above, the family banded together as they received their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2003, accompanied by their dad George, as well as Andy Williams, who played a big role in their rise to fame.
Always Together
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Merrill, Jimmy, Donny, Alan, Marie, Jay and Wayne posed for an epic family photo back in 2008, as they celebrated The Osmonds 50th Anniversary Reunion DVD.
Still Laughing
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Clearly, their bond is forever. Marie got a good laugh out of her big brother as the pair presented onstage at the 2006 TV Land Awards.
The Big Moments
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She was also on hand with a big hug for Donnie after he won season 9 in 2009. Marie had competed in two years prior and came in third during season 5.
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