Trending Now - Oliver 'power' Grant of Wu-tang Clan Cause of Death Disclosed

WHO:

Oliver "Power" Grant, co-founder of Wu-Tang Clan

Wu-Tang Clan, a hip hop group

Method Man and GZA, members of Wu-Tang Clan

Grant's family

WHAT:

Grant died after a "courageous" battle with pancreatic cancer

He was 52 years old at the time of his death

He served as executive producer on the album "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)"

He helped finance Wu-Tang Clan's first single, “Protect Ya Neck”

He contributed to the creation of "Wu Wear," the group's streetwear brand

Wu-Tang Clan announced Grant's death earlier in the week of March 1, 2026

The group received a nomination to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame around the same time

WHERE:

The announcement was made in a joint statement to Rolling Stone

WHEN:

Grant's death was announced on March 1, 2026

He died in 2026 after battling pancreatic cancer

WHY:

The cause of death was pancreatic cancer, as stated by his family and Wu-Tang Clan

HOW:

Grant's contributions included financial support and production roles that helped the group achieve early success

Wu-Tang Clan co-founder Oliver "Power" Grant passed away after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, with the announcement made on March 1, 2026. At 52 years old, Grant played a crucial role in the group's early success, serving as executive producer on their iconic album "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)" and helping finance their first single, "Protect Ya Neck." His contributions extended beyond music, as he was also instrumental in creating the group's streetwear brand, Wu Wear, and his death came just as Wu-Tang Clan received a nomination to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.