Marie Osmond Returning to Work in Las Vegas

By PopEater Staff Posted Mar 4th 2010 09:32AM

Just days after her son's tragic death, Marie Osmond is heading back to work. Osmond's son, Michael Blosil, jumped to his death from his Los Angeles apartment building last Friday. Despite her devastating loss, Marie is scheduled to resume performances with her brother Donny at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas on March 9th.

Discussing Osmond's decision to return to work so quickly, the show's producer, Chip Lightman, told PEOPLE, "I think performing will help the healing process for her."

Osmond will hit the stage following her son's funeral, which is set to take place in Osmond's native Utah. Donny and Marie have also scheduled an additional five shows at the Flamingo in April to make up for the time they took off following Blosil's death.

Osmond's son had a well-documented history of depression following his parents' divorce and was admitted to rehab in 2007. However, despite his difficulties, Blosil's life seemed to be on an upward trajectory.

In a 2009 interview with PEOPLE, Osmond said of her son, "I couldn't be more proud of him. He's got a 3.9 GPA in high school. He's looking at scholarships to some wonderful colleges."

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Thursday 04 March

By Pam

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As a mother, I can not see how it is possible to leave your son's funeral and head to Las Vegas to perform. And yet she has the nerve to add shows to make up for the time lost right after his death. I really lost alot of respect for Marie that I did have.

By hello lana

Pam you are so right, she makes me sick!

By MomB

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Shame on you. Have you ever had to bury you child? I have. So until you have walked in her shoes, I suggest you keep your insults and judgements to your self.

By SUE

You can not dictate how someone should grieve. You can not tell someone what is the appropriate amount of time for them to grieve.I believe she is going back to soon BUT that is her decision and I do not hold it against her. I do think that her other children need her now and she will regret down the road NOT taking more time.

By karen

I live in Las Vegas. Marie did not "have the nerve" to add five more shows to her schedule; she is obligated by contract to perform a specific number of shows per year. Lighten up on her, everyone grieves in their own way.

By Barb

We each deal with death in our own way. Just because she is returning to work sooner than you would does not mean you love you child more. As a parent of a child who suffers from depression and bi polar disorder I encourage him everyday to get up and live life to its fullest. I hope I have Maries courage and can take my own advice if something so terrible should happen to my son.

By angel

I understand your feelings, but.... she is the sole breadwinner in her family. Going to work doesnt mean she didnt Love her Michael. Work can be cathartic for some. Donny will be with her and he is her rock. Does time spent away from work mean one loved their child MORE? Do more tears for someone mean you loved them MORE? no. Her performing may bring her more love from fans and may help her. She is UNDER CONTRACT also.

we wouldnt think twice of a MAN going back to work that soon would we? Marie has been supporting her family probably for 15 yrs.

By rex

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i bet she really cares that you lost respect for her.
she will spend countless sleepless nights because of this.
now that you have lost respect for her she will probably look for a building for herself

By George

Pam- you are way off base on this. Marie's grief will be no less if she returns to the concert stage. That is what she does. She is a decent person who has been dealt a terrible loss. Give her the chance to do what she must to get through this time.

By M-1

I also was stunned to hear about her returning to work so soon. I would not be able to return to work, or be able to function for quite awhile. I know this young man is now wrapped in God's arms and at last is at peace. My heartfelt sympathy to his siblings and friends.

By Wade

Yes, sitting home and wallowing in her own grief would be much more productive. Good thinking.

By patricia fowler

yes I am also the mother of 4 grown children and 13 grandkids. It may be unthinkable to most but until you are personally put in this situation you don't understand!!!
Everyone handles the loss of a loved one differently,not better or worse just differently.Instead of voicing nasty opinions have the Grace and Dignity to leave her and her family alone. My thoughts and Prayers go with you and your loved ones Marie.

Friday 05 March

By from a mother who lost a son

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who are any of you to judge? my son was killed and i would have given anything to have a job to turn to....when something like this happens...you have to go on...i think marie is a wonderful mother and the has the heart to go on for all her children... most especially for her son who died....walk in her shoes like i have and other mothers....

By Joe Willie

Pam ,Marie slept with her adopted son.Her first husband caught her.
Speaking of off the freaking wall,this womanfaked fainting on the
"Dancing w/Stars set ! It's all about Marie ! Lastly, Marie did not lose that weight with slim fast. She lost it with my doctors vacuum cleaner ! I saw her in there 2 times ! She aint a little bit country,the girl is a little bit nuts !

By nicole

What you do not understand is the fact that she is not only responsible for earning "her paycheck" but she is also responsible for other people working for her in Vegas. She is not the only individual performing in the show and if she does not fulfill her contract, other people (her brother for one,musicians, stagehands, make up artists etc,,, will suffer. Mary is a pro and I am sure she understands that she is not the only one involved in the show. As far as grieving, it is not up to you or others to judge her. In her case,'s work is probably the best therapy. Do not judge emotions of others..

By Karen

Everyone has their own way of dealing with grief....who are we to judge how she deals with hers?? Don't say needless ugly remarks when you aren't walking in her shoes

By Marie

You are too harsh in your judgement. This is why the world will never have peace. Both my twins died and I can say that the only thing that saved my sanity was opening my store that was scheduled to open three months later. Please realize that each person handles trauma and stress differently. Just because you wouldn't do what she did DOES NOT MAKE HER WRONG. That is her choice as you would make your choice if you were in her situation. If you look at all the decisions you have made in your life I'm sure you can think of some where people judged you unfairly because they were not in your situation and I'm sure that it hurt you. Instead of judging her, pray for her.

By Joyce Murphy

My son was killed the week of his 21st birthday. I was so devastated and in such physical and emotional pain that I was unable to function normally for months. I lost my job during this time. Have no idea how Marie Osmond could possibly return to her show right after the funeral.

By Mary

Most all jobs give you 5 days off for the death of a child... you are thne expected to return to work or resign...if a child dies you still have to pay the rent or mortage and most likely have addtionally bills due to the death. She is under contract and might not have a choice about it.

By Emma

You took the words right out of my mouth. This has to be the lowest of the low. I can't imagine trying to function after the loss of one of my sons. Maybe this kind of mothering is why he suffered from depression!

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