United Kingdom, April 21 -- The Osmonds star Alan Osmond has died after a 40-year battle with multiple sclerosis.

The veteran musician passed away on Monday (20.04.26) with his wife Suzanne and their eight sons at his bedside and the family has released a statement praising the pop legend's "positive outlook" in the years he spent suffering health issues following his diagnosis with MS in 1987.

A family spokesperson said: "His positive outlook was an inspiration to many, and he donated much of his time speaking at MS events, encouraging individuals like himself on how to mentally and physically deal with the advancement and treatment of the disease."

Alan's cause of death has not been revealed.

The musician rose to fame as a child in ...