Marie Osmond, beloved for her hit “Paper Roses” and her role in the famous Osmond showbiz family, has gracefully stepped into the role of matriarch to her own large family. With eight children and eight grandchildren, Marie has balanced her career as a singer and actress with the demands of personal life. Among her greatest joys is the surprising second chapter in her love story with her first husband, Stephen Craig, whom she remarried after decades apart. Their rekindled romance came after years of personal struggles and reflection, ultimately leading to a fulfilling reunion that she describes as “meant to be.”

Marie’s second marriage, to music producer Brian Blosil, lasted two decades but was fraught with emotional distance and unhappiness. She has openly described the relationship as deeply unfulfilling, a fact her children also recognized, encouraging her to move on. A house fire in 2005 became a pivotal moment for Marie, symbolizing the end of a life built on pretense. She later reflected that the fire felt like a sign from above, calling it “one of the most freeing things” she’d ever experienced. It pushed her to acknowledge how unresolved grief from her first breakup with Stephen Craig had impacted her ability to find happiness with Blosil.

After her divorce, Marie reconnected with Craig and began to see their past in a new light. No longer holding onto youthful expectations, she found in him a kind, gentle man who had remained deeply caring and attentive. Their renewed bond was encouraged by their son, Stephen Jr., who played matchmaker in reuniting his parents. Marie came to appreciate how time and experience had changed both of them, making their second chance not just possible but deeply rewarding. She fondly calls Craig “the sweetest man I know,” admiring his selfless nature and quiet strength.

The couple remarried in 2011, nearly 30 years after divorcing in 1985. Though initially hesitant to remarry, especially after years of navigating financial and emotional challenges as a single mom, Marie found joy in the idea of reuniting the family. The decision to remarry was prompted by their son’s upcoming wedding; wanting to attend as a couple, they held a small ceremony just months before his big day. It was a symbolic moment of healing and renewal for the family, showing how love can evolve and reemerge in new and meaningful ways.

Adding a poetic touch to their reunion, Marie wore the same wedding dress from her first marriage to Craig, a gown she found tucked away in her garage just days before their second wedding. Though she joked about barely being able to breathe in it, the dress still fit, making the ceremony feel even more fated. Marie now shares glimpses of their happy life together, posting anniversary messages and photos with captions like “It’s seriously so wonderful to be with my best friend!” and “I’m so grateful that we found each other again!!!” Their journey proves that love, even after heartbreak, can come full circle with deeper appreciation and understanding.