Wu-Tang Co-Founder Oliver 'Power' Grant Dies at 52
Oliver 'Power' Grant, who executive-produced Enter the Wu-Tang and launched Wu Wear, has died; cause not revealed as the group receives a 2026 Rock Hall nomination.
The Guardian‘Rest in power, Power’: Wu-Tang Clan collaborator Oliver ‘Power’ Grant dead at 52
USA TODAYWu-Tang Clan founding member Oliver 'Power' Grant dead at 52
NBC NewsOliver 'Power' Grant, a founding member of Wu-Tang Clan, dead at 52
Rolling StoneWu-Tang Clan Co-Founder Oliver 'Power' Grant Dead at 52
Daily CallerFounding Member Of Wu-Tang Clan Dead At 52
Overview
Oliver 'Power' Grant, a founding member and early backer of the Wu-Tang Clan, has died at 52, the group said on X on Wednesday, Feb. 25.
Grant helped finance the group's early records and executive-produced their 1993 debut Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers).
Method Man reported Grant's death on Instagram on Tuesday, Feb. 24, and GZA called his passing 'a profound loss to us all' in an Instagram post.
Grant founded Wu Wear in 1995, expanded it into four retail stores and deals with Macy's, and the brand grossed US$25 million annually at its peak.
Grant's death comes as the Wu-Tang Clan was nominated for the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and a cause of death has not been revealed.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources present this obituary with straightforward facts and direct source quotes, avoiding loaded language or partisan angles. They prioritize who, when, and basic career context—mentioning Wu-Tang’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination and colleague tributes—while keeping editorial voice minimal. Quotes are source content, not editorial framing.
FAQ
Oliver 'Power' Grant was a founding member, early financial backer, and executive producer for the Wu-Tang Clan's albums, including their 1993 debut Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers).
Wu Wear was a streetwear brand founded by Grant in 1995, expanded to four retail stores, sold in Macy's, and grossed up to $25 million annually at its peak.
Grant died on February 23, 2026, at age 52; no cause or place of death has been publicly disclosed.
Method Man, GZA, Raekwon, Masta Killa reported and mourned his passing on social media; DJ Premier called him a pioneer, Cam’ron thanked him as a legend.[1]
Grant founded Wu Wear, produced the 1999 video game Wu-Tang: Shaolin Style, and had acting roles in films like Belly (1998) and Black and White (1999).
