Power of Wu-Tang: Remembering Oliver Grant

0:00On March 2nd, hip-hop is mourning the loss of Oliver Grant, better known as Power, who passed away on February 24th, 2026. He played a huge role in shaping the Wu-Tang clan into legends, serving as their executive producer and founding the successful Wu-Ware clothing line, as its CEO. Born on November 24th, 1970, Power grew up in Staten Island's Park Hill neighborhood. From those streets, he built a lasting impact in music and fashion, becoming a key pillar for the group and their global influence. The Wu-Tang clan shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, confirming his passing and thanking fans for the worldwide support. They described him as a visionary whose love and wisdom touched his family and community deeply. Officials revealed Power fought a tough battle with pancreatic cancer, and was surrounded by his mother, children, family, and closest friends at the end. His wake is set for March 13th, with the funeral the next day in the New York City area. As the families grieve, they ask for privacy during this time.

1:03Power's legacy of giving back ensures he'll never be forgotten in hip-hop history.