Marie Osmond's son died near downtown L.A. fashion institute he attended
L.A. authorities today continued their investigation into the apparent suicide of Michael Blosil, the 18-year-old son of entertainer Marie Osmond.
Details about the case -- including where he died -- remain unclear.
Los Angeles Police Department officials told KTLA News that officers responded to a report of a suicide at the 900 block of South Flower Street about 10 p.m. Friday. Traffic in that area was diverted during the investigation, but more details were not immediately available.
That location is near the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. Tammy Nguyen, a student at the institute, said Blosil attended the school, majoring in apparel manufacturing. Nguyen said that she gathered with other students at the lobby of the Met, an apartment building at Flower and 9th streets, Friday night, and that she saw Blosil’s body covered with a white sheet on the sidewalk.
“Everyone was in shock,” Nguyen said. Blosil lived on the eighth floor.
Blosil's death was being investigated by the Los Angeles County coroner’s office, said coroner's Lt. Brian Elias.
Osmond, 50, said in a statement, “My family and I are devastated and in deep shock by the tragic loss of our dear Michael and ask that everyone respect our privacy during this difficult time.”
Osmond is best known for the ABC variety show “Donny & Marie” in the late 1970s, in which she starred with her brother. She and her brother have performed on ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars,” and now have a variety show at the Flamingo Showroom in Las Vegas.
-- Rong-Gong Lin II
ADDITIONAL COVERAGE: More details on this case, as well as photos from a memorial in downtown L.A., from The Times' Christie D'Zurilla at the Ministry of Gossip.
ifeel sorry, she is a nice person,it is difficult when such a thing occurs,God be with the family for this difficult time,
Posted by: amazingaro | February 28, 2010 at 09:58 AM
This is a difficult time, my deep sympathies, she is a nice lady, God bless and be with the family at this time of difficulty and grief,
Posted by: amazingaro | February 28, 2010 at 10:00 AM
May god be with you and your family.
Posted by: Bratt | February 28, 2010 at 10:14 AM
such a sweet lady, sad she has to go through this.
Posted by: Sam Conti | February 28, 2010 at 10:21 AM
Dear Marie,
I cannot nor will not try and speculate what you and your family are going threw! Maire, I have been praying & will continue to pray foryou and the entire family that God, will Wrap you in his loving arms, and soften you tears, and dry your eyes, rest in the fact he is in God care.
Jesus, loves you Marie!
Michael, finished is mission here on this earth, that God had for him. Now he is doing better works above.
My heart is heavy for you, I have never been in your shoes, and pray I never will.
" We have today, God Holds our Tomorrows"
I love you and pray for you.
A Friend
Posted by: Betty | February 28, 2010 at 10:24 AM
Keep your faith and your family close so sorry for your loss we will keep you in our prayers
Posted by: deniro11 | February 28, 2010 at 10:27 AM
So sad...we are so sorry. I hope he is in a better place now; but I am so sorry for your loss of your son.
Posted by: Kathy C | February 28, 2010 at 10:41 AM
hello. my deepest sorrowful prayers for Ms.Marie and family. this notion of friendship is very over rated. singular people need to be happy with themselves, and confident that if they remain true to themselves, in their next generation (coming years)God will provide more friends than they care to know. suicide is never an option. being alone is a very powerful freedom. celebrate what you have, do not destroy it. i mourn the loss hurting all suicide victims.
Posted by: rollzone | February 28, 2010 at 10:56 AM
i just wanted to send my deepest sympathy to marie and her children for their loss and i pray they all get through this the best they can.from my family to yours ,
Posted by: emma | February 28, 2010 at 11:45 AM
i am sorry about your son, i really love yon and donny, please take care
Posted by: debbie brenner | February 28, 2010 at 11:49 AM
i am so sorry about you son, please take
Posted by: debbie brenner | February 28, 2010 at 11:50 AM
He lived in a very nice apartment. He would have a great career if he stays alive. Yes his parents divorced, but that doesn't mean they divorced him.
He was healthy and all... and I don't understand why he would be depressed about anything. It doesn't make any sense at all.
Posted by: Star P | February 28, 2010 at 12:27 PM
where's donnie?
Posted by: loathar | February 28, 2010 at 12:27 PM
sad story.
But i thought it was Marie Osmond
son who died, then why is there
a pictur of HER on this sad sad story
and not the son? sad
Posted by: Kraig Herrera | February 28, 2010 at 12:54 PM
Poor kid, probably felt that he was a failure, at 18, just a shame.
Posted by: illegals hate amercians | February 28, 2010 at 01:34 PM
Maby she shouldnt have been concentrating on doind Vegas shows while her son deals with depression living all by himself.....
Posted by: reader115 | February 28, 2010 at 01:46 PM
Yawn..happens everyday to every family , why is this one more important. The kid was mentally ill...enough said!
Posted by: big earl | February 28, 2010 at 01:48 PM
so, why do we need a recap of Marie's career at the end of this story?
Posted by: Your Daddy | February 28, 2010 at 01:59 PM
Dear Marie...please know we are sending you our prayers...our love and our deep sympathy during this time of your tragic loss.
Use your faith to help keep you and your family strong.
Posted by: Brandon | February 28, 2010 at 02:02 PM
my heart breaks for Marie. I can empathize with what someone who can't face a tomorrow goes through. My heart hurts for Michael and how 'sad' he must have felt. I thank God that what I was taught as a child has been able to keep me on this earth as difficult as it is.
A mother should never have to bury a child. You are in my prayers that your faith sees you through your heartache Marie
Posted by: Brenda | February 28, 2010 at 02:03 PM
So sad...I can't fathom such a loss. My prayers are with you Marie and Michaels father. I hope it wasn't a suicide. Children that young are our future.
Hugs and kisses to Marie and family.
Posted by: Kathy | February 28, 2010 at 02:17 PM
Dear Marie and family,
My heart goes out to you. You have a very hard time ahead to learn to live and deal with this loss. There is nothing than compares with losing a child not only that but to suicide.
I know I lost my son 5 years ago. He was Bi-Polar. My life has not been the same. All the money in the world will not bring him back. Death is so final. It does get a bit easier in time but it takes years. Hang in there and remember your other children are suffering the loss as well.. They will need your support and you them. Everyone who knew him including family and friends will all blame themselves.. They will all feel like they could have or should have done something to prevent it.. Don't blame yourself Marie.. It would have happen sooner or later so they say. Hang in there you will get through this. LOVE, Pat
Posted by: Pat St.Amant | February 28, 2010 at 02:22 PM
omg that's god #1 rule that your not supposed to kill thy self! Bless his heart. That damn depression it gets a lot of people famous or not.
Posted by: Jada(zsazsa) | February 28, 2010 at 02:31 PM
Dear Marie and Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this very difficult time. Just know that everyone is praying for you. We love you very much and are so very sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your family.
Posted by: Paula | February 28, 2010 at 03:54 PM
May God be with you all through this trying time. The loss of a child is tragic stay true to god and he will help you all through it.
Posted by: tereesa | February 28, 2010 at 04:10 PM