March 14, 2003

• Congratulations to Donny on his recent nomination at the Daytime Emmys for Pyramid in the category of Game Show Host. He is in the category with Alex Trebek (Jeopardy), Bob Barker (TPIR), Ben Stein and Sal Iacono (Win Ben Stein's Money), Tom Bergeron (Hollywood Squares), and Pat Sajak (Wheel of Fortune).

  Good luck!!

• Have you made summer vacation plans yet?

  We think you should head out to Provo for the Fourth of July Stadium of Fire Show!!

  We can pleased to announce that country singer, Martina McBride and (our favorite!) The Second Generation Osmonds will be performing at Stadium of Fire 2003 along with the American High Diving Team.

  The evening promises to be filled with great music, amazing fireworks, and excitement galore! Hope to see you there!

• We are pleased to welcome Carolyn Kady to the Osmond.com family! She has kindly offered to help us monitor the Doll Forum. We welcome you and wish you the best of luck!

• Run to the bookstore if you collect Osmond literature!!

  Merrill Osmond featured in a cover story of Utah Valley Magazine 03/03-04/03

  Donny Osmond covered in the March 10th issue of In Touch magazine

  The City Cowboys in Country Weekly March 18, 2003 edition

  Backstage members can find these articles posted in the clipfiles section very soon!

• For those inquiring about Marie's infomercial information, we found a website pertaining to the purchasing of the videos in relation to If There's A Will There's An A. Please be aware that the Osmond.com / TheFamily Store has no connection to these videos and any purchasing/questions related to these products should be directed to that site.

• Many have been asking about the deletion of Osmond.com Store items with the transition to TheFamily Store. Please be aware that we will be adding more video and audio products in the near future after our reorganization of the store inventory.

  We appreciate your continued patience.

• Word from the grapevine is that Marie will be featured on "Entertainment Tonight" on 03-04-03. Please check local listings for details.

• Happy Birthday, Doug!

• For the many of you who have been asking, we are pleased to announce that Osmond Network and TheFamily.com Store will be carrying the newest compilation CD, Osmania within a month. Due to high interest in that CD, we may be offering a pre-order sale.

  Please watch the news pages for details as they develop!!

• EXCITING NEWS!!

  Click here to read the latest press release regarding a highly anticipated Osmania CD debut!!

• The $5.00 Backstage Store coupons can no longer be honored at this time. With the change from the 'old' store to the 'new' the discounts can no longer be processed. We regret any inconveniences and hope for your continued understanding.

• Backstage reminders are finally catching up with the new server move. We are simplifying our computer so please note that renewals and new memberships are only on a 12 month basis with a 1 level price of $20.00.

  If you think you received this reminder in error, please let us know at backstage@osmond.net.

  Alan is pleased to announce that Jenni Wallace has accepted the position of Osmond.com manager. Congrats and good luck!

• Head for the guestbook to see what Nathan has to say!

• Word is that Donny will be appearing on the Wayne Brady Show on Thursday, February 20, 2002. Please check local listings for details.

• For all Utah residents!

  The City Cowboys will be performing a short 15 minute set in the Battle of the Bands at UVSC tomorrow, February 19th located in The Ballroom at 8:00 pm for a $2.00 cost. They are the third band to play so be on time if you'd like to see them.

  Come watch our boys play against some of the best bands in Utah for a grand prize of $200. A great time is guaranteed!

• Live in Utah? Well take some time to see Doug and the The City Cowboys perform at the Provo Arts Center at 425 W. Center in Provo, on Monday, February 24th at 7:00 pm. Admission is only $1 a person or $5 per family. Come out to support Provo and The City Cowboys...and have some fun in the process!

• Happy Birthday Nathan!

• Don't forget to watch Marie and her collection of latest dolls today on the QVC schedule in your area.

• For all those who were asking the wait it over! Go here for Virl's latest newsletter!

• Set those television VCRs!! Donny will be on Hollywood Squares all this week! Check your local listing for airing times.

• The City Cowboys did not win the competition at the Colgate Country Showdown at the Epcot Center last night. The guys gave it their all and had a great time in the contest. We still love them anyhow!

• Please send some good wishes and winning vibes to The City Cowboys with Doug Osmond who will be competing in the Colgate Country Showdown tonight, January 25th at Epcot Center where the guys are vying for the $100,000 prize! We'll let you know the outcome as soon as we hear!

• Any 'Big Al' fans out there?

  Alan has heard the plea for his time to chat!!

  Alan has graciously taken time out of his busy schedule to spend time with everyone during a Backstage chat which will be held on January 24, 2003 at 7:00 pm MT. Hope to see you there to talk with 'The Leader of our Pack!'

• For anyone who wonders about the Second Generation Osmonds' activities, click here for a guestbook update from Nathan.

• The City Cowboys with Doug Osmond will be performing on Friday, January 17, 2003 from 11:00pm to midnight at the UVSC All Nighter located at the Mackay Events Center in Orem, UT. The cost to attend the event is $10 which runs from 9:00pm to 3:00am. There will also be games, fun entertainment, dancing and other bands and shows.

  Doug and his bandmates hope to see you there!

  And while you're there wish them luck as the Colgate Country Showdown is quickly approaching on January 25th at Epcot Center where the guys are vying for the $100,000 prize along with a heap of other great rewards!

• For many of those who were asking, please visit Donny's web site and click on the members' section to view a wedding photograph from Jeremy's nuptials that Donny has supplied of his family at the celebration.

• Doug & Nate signed their guestbook to spread their New Year's message!

• Have plans this Friday night?

  Well, you can have yourself an Osmond-filled night!

  First, enjoy the Backstage Chat with Jimmy 7:00 pm MST.

  Then, head for the UVSC Ballroom in Orem, Utah to see Doug and The City Cowboys perform from 9:00 p.m. to midnight at the college dance on January 10th. Admission fee is either $5.00 OR $4.00 and a canned food item donation.

  Start your weekend off right!

• To start 2003 off right, and at the request of many fans, we have scheduled a Backstage Chat with Jimmy on
  Friday, January 10, at 7:00 pm MST.

  We hope to see you there!

• Who remembers the Osmond Brothers' cartoons from the 1970's?

  If you'd like to keep those memories alive go here to be part of an Ebay auction supporting One Heart.

  The winner of this auction will possess a high quality 4X6 print from original promotional artwork from the animated series, "The Osmonds" depicting the animated six performing Osmond Brothers. As a bonus will also receive a beautiful One Heart lapel pin and brochure (featuring a small portrait of the Alan Osmond Family) as a token of appreciation for your winning donation to One Heart.

  But hurry because the bidding ends January 10th.

  Good luck!

• A happy, healthy and prosperous 2003 from the Osmond.com family to yours!