By tam lucky 
About the song
In the glittering world of the Osmond family, filled with hit records, variety shows, and screaming fans, one brother remained in the shadows—Tom Osmond, the second eldest sibling. Born deaf in a family renowned for its music, Tom’s life followed a far different and often painful path. While his brothers and sister were performing on stage and touring the world, Tom was quietly enduring battles most never saw.
Tom’s condition set him apart from the beginning. He was diagnosed as almost completely deaf at birth, at a time when understanding and resources for the hearing-impaired were limited. While his siblings thrived in the spotlight, Tom faced communication barriers, isolation, and feelings of invisibility. He learned to lip-read and use hearing aids, and eventually joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ mission, proving that his disability would not define him. Yet, he was often referred to as “the forgotten Osmond”—a label that underscores the heartbreaking reality of being overlooked even within a famous family.
Despite these challenges, Tom’s life is a profound testament to resilience, faith, and quiet strength. While he didn’t share the stage like Donny or Marie, his journey adds a deeper, more human layer to the Osmond legacy. Tom’s story challenges us to look beyond fame and recognize the silent battles fought behind the curtain. His life reminds us that true courage often lies not in the spotlight, but in the silent endurance of hardship with dignity.
Tom Osmond may not have been a household name, but his story deserves to be told—and remembered. His is not just a tale of struggle, but of silent triumph.