Brian Blosil Is Marie Osmond's 2nd Husband & She Was Unhappy in Their Marriage of 20 Years
Brian Blosil and Marie Osmond were married for two decades. Despite being together for many years, Osmond opened up about their marriage, detailing that she was never happy.
Brian Blosil is Marie Osmond's ex-husband. The two were together for 20 years, but their marriage was full of ups and downs. Despite sharing many children, they eventually parted ways.
Even though Blosil had a famous wife, he was also successful in his own right. He created an established career in the entertainment industry, venturing into different fields.
Marie Osmond and Brian Blosil at Sardi's in New York City, on October 27, 2006. | Source: Getty Images
Blosil is a passionate composer and producer best known for his piece, "Let His Love Reach You." Besides his passion for music, Brian Blosil once pursued acting and has two credits on IMDb.
He was part of the additional crew as an executive consultant in the comedy series, "Maybe This Time," in which Marie Osmond, Betty White, and Ashley Johnson played leading roles. Blosil also played Russ Calvin in a 1987 short film called, "Wildest Dreams."
Brian Blosil and Marie Osmond Met at a Party
During an interview, Blosil's ex-wife opened up about their 20-year marriage, revealing she wasn't happy. Blosil's ex-wife said she got to a point where she was burning within and then realized she could no longer be in the marriage. She said that when she couldn't do it anymore, her children gave her the courage to leave her marriage.
Marie Osmond and Brian Blosil leave a book signing for her new book "Behind the Smile" May 1, 2001, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
In their 20-year marriage, the two[Blosil and Osmond] spent countless hours apart, engulfed in work and family issues.
Brian Blosil and Osmond met at a party in Provo and began dating for a few months before finally tying the knot in October 1986, a year after Osmond had divorced her first husband, Steve Craig.
The two exchanged vows in a private ceremony attended by their immediate family members. The ceremony was held in the Mormon Church in the Jordan River temple, and after the wedding breakfast at a Salt Lake City restaurant, the two left for honeymoon at an undisclosed location.
Brian Blosil leaving his home August 26, 2000 in Provo, Utah. | Source: Getty Images
Brian Blosil and Marie Osmond Share Seven Children
Blosil's ex-wife filed for divorce in 2007 after twenty years. Although she didn't provide specific grounds for their separation, she disclosed that they maintained a friendly and amicable relationship. According to reports, Blosil and Osmond's marriage had many challenges.
The two separated for months when they welcomed their third child in 1999. At the time, Brian Blosil's ex-wife gave her nanny rights to her finances, drove to the California coast, and booked a small hotel, intending to never return to her family. It was during this time that Blosil drove up to be with her.
In their 20-year marriage, the two spent countless hours apart, engulfed in work and family issues. Blosil and Osmond welcomed seven children: Jessica Marie Blosil, Michael Brian Blosil, Brandon Warren Blosil, Brianna Patricia Blosil, and Abigail Michael Blosil, whom they adopted.
Their biological children, Rachal Krueger, were born in August 1989, and Mathew Richard Blosil in July 1999. Brian Blosil's adopted son, Michael, died in 2010 after committing suicide. He died aged 18, following years of struggling with depression and addiction.