Marie Osmond has openly shared the lasting heartache and pain following the tragic suicide of her adopted son, Michael, nearly 15 years ago. Despite the deep emotional toll, the singer credits her faith and the “power of prayer” with helping her through this unimaginable loss.
Faith as a Lifeline Through Grief
Michael, who had long struggled with depression and had been in and out of rehab, took his own life in February 2010 by jumping from the eighth floor of his apartment building in Los Angeles at just 18 years old. This devastating loss marked a turning point in Osmond’s life, and, as sources close to the entertainer reveal, her journey has been anything but easy.
“Marie went through every mother’s worst nightmare,” an insider told RadarOnline.com. “Her faith was her anchor, but even with the 15th anniversary approaching, her pain remains raw, and she wrestles with questions about why it happened.” Osmond is reportedly haunted by her son’s death, grappling with a mix of sorrow, anger, and relentless ‘what-ifs.’
In a 2019 interview with CBS Sunday Morning, Osmond revealed, “You never really get over it. God provides moments of peace, but then, unexpectedly, the grief hits you as intensely as it did on day one. The impact is overwhelming; it ripples through everything.”
Memories of Michael’s Last Words
Her last conversation with Michael still haunts her. Recalling his words, “I have no friends,” Marie expressed how they brought back memories of her own experience with depression. Although she tried to reassure him, telling him, “Mike, I’ll be there Monday, and it’s going to be OK,” the tragedy occurred before she could be by his side. “But depression doesn’t wait till Monday,” she said tearfully.
Returning to the Stage Despite Criticism
Despite the intense grief, Osmond chose to return to performing shortly after Michael’s death, embarking on a Christmas tour with her brother Donny. While her decision met with some public criticism, those close to her understood her need to stay busy. “She was struggling deeply, crying often,” a source shared, “but she tried to keep herself occupied.”
Marie’s husband, Steve Craig, whom she remarried years after they first parted ways, has been a pillar of support. Craig’s unwavering presence and shared faith helped her find strength in moments of darkness. “Her faith has always been her foundation,” a mutual friend remarked.
As a tribute to Michael, Osmond performed an opera song in his honor at every show. “I believe I’ll see him again,” she said, reflecting on her faith as a source of comfort. While she continued to perform, she admitted, “I knew if I didn’t get back on stage, I might never return.”
Michael was one of eight children Osmond raised with her second husband, Brian Blosil. The couple endured significant challenges, including a period of separation after the birth of their third child in 1999, which led Marie through a difficult episode of postpartum depression. They ultimately reconciled but later divorced, with Marie viewing the experience as a lesson in resilience and compassion.
