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Wu-Tang Clan's Oliver “Power” Grant Passes Away at 52
Founding Member Confirmed Dead by Wu-Tang Collective
Method Man and GZA Share Emotional Tributes
📍 Staten Island, New York • 🗓️ February 25, 2026 • 🎵 Hip-Hop News
STATEN ISLAND: Oliver “Power” Grant, a founding member of the iconic hip-hop collective Wu-Tang Clan, has died at the age of 52. The legendary group confirmed his passing on Wednesday, Feb. 25, through a post on X.
“Rest in Power, Power,” the Staten Island-based collective wrote alongside a video featuring interview clips of Grant, honoring his foundational role in shaping the group’s rise in the 1990s.
No further details have been shared regarding Grant’s cause or manner of death. The group has requested privacy during this difficult time.
On Tuesday, Feb. 24, Grammy-winning rapper and fellow founding member Method Man reported Grant’s death on Instagram. “Paradise my Brother safe Travels!!” he captioned a photo of the two together.
Tributes From Wu-Tang Members
GZA, known as “The Genius” of Wu-Tang, also confirmed Grant’s passing in a heartfelt tribute. “We couldn't have done it without him,” he wrote. “Wu wouldn't have come to fruition without Power.”
Grant played a foundational role behind the scenes during the group’s groundbreaking rise in the 1990s, helping shape what would become one of hip-hop’s most influential collectives.
As the hip-hop community mourns the loss of Oliver “Power” Grant, tributes continue pouring in across social media. His influence on Wu-Tang Clan’s foundation and the broader rap landscape remains undeniable.
This article will be updated as more verified information becomes available.
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