Item 30. Little Johnny Jones program book
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Little Johnny Jones, George M. Cohan’s first full-length musical, features some of Cohan’s most memorable songs, including “Give My Regards To Broadway” and “Yankee Doodle Boy.” The title character was inspired by the famous jockey Tod Sloan.
The musical opened on Broadway at the Liberty Theatre on November 7, 1904, and returned to Broadway three more times within a decade. This revised version of the classic musical originated at the Goodspeed Opera House in 1982 and transferred to Broadway at the Alvin Theatre, starring Donny Osmond in the title role.
Item 76. Donny & Marie Paint by Numbers
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Item 35. Voices from the Dust
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“Donny Osmond Listens to Voices from the Dust” is a 1977 book written by Wayne D. Hamby and published by the Osmond Publishing Company.
It is a rare LDS-themed book where Donny Osmond explores archaeological findings related to the Book of Mormon, often found signed by both Hamby and Osmond.
“Donny Osmond Listens to Voices from the Dust” is a 1977 book written by Wayne D. Hamby and published by the Osmond Publishing Company.
It is a rare LDS-themed book where Donny Osmond explores archaeological findings related to the Book of Mormon, often found signed by both Hamby and Osmond.
Item #21. 7-11 Slurpee cup
Donny Osmond had a 7-Eleven Slurpee cup in the mid-1970s, specifically around 1975. These cups were part of the “Slurpee Rock Cups” collection, which featured popular musical artists of that era, including Donny Osmond and Peter Frampton, often touted alongside a jingle.
Era: 1970s (specifically cited in 1975 memorabilia).
Context: Part of a 7-Eleven collector’s series for popular singers.
Description: Often referred to as “7-Eleven Slurpee Cups” or part of the “Classroom Rock’nPop” sets, they are considered rare 1970s memorabilia today.
Many fans remember these cups as collectible items featuring portraits of Donny.
Item #6. Halloween Costumes
- Release Year: 1977.
- Manufacturer: Collegeville.
- Costume Style: They were typical of the era, consisting of a vinyl smock (featuring a picture of the celebrity) and a plastic mask with elastic string.
Item #1. Donny and Marie Van
The Donny and Marie Osmond toy van was released in 1977. Produced by Lapin Productions Inc./Osbro Productions Inc., this 18-inch plastic tour van was designed to accompany the popular Donny and Marie dolls of that era.
Release Year: 1977.
Manufacturer: Lapin Productions Inc./Osbro Productions Inc..
Features: A 18-inch long plastic vehicle designed for the dolls, often featuring stickers.
Context: It was part of the merchandise produced during the run of The Donny & Marie Show, which aired from 1976 to 1979.
Item #2. Donny and Marie tambourine with mic
The Donny and Marie tambourine with a microphone was part of a line of memorabilia released around 1977. This coincided with the peak popularity of their variety show, which aired from January 1976 to May 1979, and was produced alongside items like the Donny and Marie toy guitar and record player.
Key details regarding the memorabilia:
Release Era: 1977.
Context: Marketed during the height of the Donny & Marie television show (1976–1979).
The Donny and Marie tambourine with a microphone was part of a line of memorabilia released around 1977. This coincided with the peak popularity of their variety show, which aired from January 1976 to May 1979, and was produced alongside items like the Donny and Marie toy guitar and record player.
Key details regarding the memorabilia:
Release Era: 1977.
Context: Marketed during the height of the Donny & Marie television show (1976–1979).
Item #3. Donny and Marie Disco Amplifier Combo
The Donny and Marie Disco Amplifier Combo, a piece of memorabilia featuring the siblings, was released in 1977. It was part of a wave of merchandise during the height of their television variety show popularity, often featuring in nostalgic lists of 1970s pop culture items alongside other branded items like record players and dolls, according to Donny.com.
Item #4. The Osmonds Zoom-O Frisbee
The Osmonds Zoom-O Frisbee was sold around 1972.
Item #5. The Osmonds Bubble Gum Trading Cards
- 1972 Set: Some listings refer to the “Top Pop Stickers” set as being produced in 1972, featuring the Osmond Brothers.
- 1973 Set: Other collectors and listings specifically identify a series of trading cards produced by Osbro Productions with a 1973 copyright.
- Region: The cards were issued in various locations, including the United Kingdom, during the height of “Osmondmania” in the early 70’s.
- These cards were often sold in panel form in sweet shops and included a stick of candy or bubble gum.
Item #64. Cover of the Rolling Stones
Donny Osmond was featured on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine in March 1976 (Issue #208). Photographed by Annie Leibovitz, the iconic shot featured Donny in a tool belt, described by him as a candid moment taken while wiring up his studio. The issue was dated March 11, 1976.
Item #65. Long Beach Grand Prix
Donny Osmond won the Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race at the Long Beach Grand Prix on April 13, 1991. He led the race from the start, overcoming the celebrity handicap to win the event before later returning to compete in subsequent years.
Race Name: Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race (part of the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach).
Date of Win: April 13, 1991 (broadcast on TV later in April).
Venue: Streets of Long Beach, California.
Other appearances: Osmond famously competed again in 1999, flipping his car during the race.
Item #73. Donny and Marie sticker book
Item #66. McDonald’s Happy Meal Peacock from The Masked Singer.
- Release Date: April 2023 (TikTok and Facebook posts from Donny Osmond confirm the date).
- Character: The Peacock (representing Donny Osmond’s appearance on Season 1 of The Masked Singer).
- Item Type: Plush/Stuffed Toy (collectible #4).
- Series: The Masked Singer TV show tie-in.
Item #27. Donny Bobblehead
Item #29. Donny and Marie Radio
The Donny and Marie AM radio was released in conjunction with their variety show, which ran from January 1976 to May 1979. The transistor radios, often featuring images of the pair, were popular merchandise during the peak of their show’s success in the mid-to-late 1970s.
Item #13. Donny marionette doll
Donny Osmond String Marionette (OSBRO – mid-1970s)
A string puppet (marionette) version tied to the Donny & Marie era was produced in the mid-1970s.
Known examples are labeled OSBRO (Hong Kong) and dated roughly 1975–1978.
It’s categorized as original music-memorabilia merchandise, not a later reproduction.
Hand-operated strings (true marionette style)
Painted facial features rather than molded hair detail
Stage-style costume reflecting 1970s Donny & Marie TV aesthetics
Manufactured in Hong Kong (common for 1970s toy production)
Item #67 My Love Is A Fire promotional item (Lighter)
This was a promotional item for “My Love Is a Fire” by Donny Osmond. It was released in 1990 as the lead single from his album Eyes Don’t Lie. The song was released by Capitol Records and reached number 21 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Item #55. I can’t believe it’s not butter (bib)
Donny Osmond participated in a promotional campaign for the I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter! brand spread on May 9, 2002. During this promotion, he brought national attention to the product by leaping from bed to bed singing to a group of 50 mothers assembled at New York’s Grand Central Station for a Mother’s Day event.
Additionally, Donny Osmond brought breakfast to Karen Weston of Needham as part of the “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter” “Wake-up to the Best” Sweepstakes.
Item #71. Life Is Just What You Make It (autobiography)
Published: 2000
Author: Donny Osmond (with Patricia Romanowski)
Genre: Memoir / Autobiography
✨ What the book is about
This memoir is Donny’s deeply personal look at growing up in one of America’s most famous entertainment families — and what it really felt like behind the scenes. It blends celebrity life, faith, identity struggles, and career reinvention into a candid life story.
Child stardom pressures – From Osmondmania fame to the intense expectations placed on him as a teen idol.
Career ups & downs – Honest reflections on losing popularity in the late 70s and rebuilding credibility as an adult performer.
Donny & Marie era – Inside stories about the hit variety show and the sibling dynamic.
Faith & personal values – How his beliefs shaped decisions, family life, and resilience.
Reinvention – His journey toward Broadway success (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat) and later career resurgence.
The book is known for being surprisingly candid and self-reflective, not just a “highlight reel.” Donny talks openly about insecurity, fame fatigue, and the work it took to find his authentic identity beyond teen-idol status.
Item #7. Donny and Marie story books
Donny and Marie: The State Fair Mystery (A Whitman Tell-a-Tale Book) Publisher, Western Publishing Company.Publication date, January 1, 1977.
Donny and Marie: The Top Secret Project (A Little Golden Book, 160) Publisher, Golden Press; Publication date, January 1, 1977.
Item #12. Donny and Marie Disco Dancing
Disco Dancing with Donny & Marie.
A Step by Step Guide to Disco Dancing was published in 1979 by Osmond Publishing Co.
The 127-page paperback, featuring Jay Osmond and instructions for 36 dances, was authored by Don Heaton and Don Zimmerman.
Key details about the publication:
Release Date: 1979
Publisher: Osmond Publishing Company (Utah)
Contents: Included photos of the duo, step-by-step illustrations for dances like the “Latin Hustle” and “California Disco”.
Item #8. The Osmonds In Concert tour program
The Osmonds In Concert 1977 Tour Book Program.