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Wu-Tang Clan co-founder Oliver ‘Power’ Grant’s cause of death has been revealed following his passing last week.

The Staten Island native, who helped form the legendary hip-hop group in the early 1990s, died on February 24th at the age of 52.

On March 1st, Wu-Tang took to Instagram to share a statement from the group and Power’s family, revealing he died of cancer.

“On behalf of the Grant and WuTang Family, it is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Oliver ‘Power’ Grant,” the message read. “Power transitioned on Tuesday, February 24th, 2026, following a courageous and hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. A true fighter until the end, he was surrounded by his mother, his children, his family, and his closest friends.”

The message went on to reference the area he was raised in New York and the things he cared about most.

“Born November 24th, 1970, in Staten Island, New York, the man the world knew as ‘Power’ – and his oldest friends knew as ‘Pookie’ – was a proud product of the Park Hill neighbourhood,” it read. “From those streets, he rose to become a visionary force, a pillar of the Wu-Tang family, and a global architect of culture.”

They added, “It was the honour of his life to pour his love, wisdom, and brilliance into his family and his community. His impact was singular; there will never be another to take his place.”

The group and his family went on to thank everyone for the loving messages following the news of his death.

“The Grant and Wu-Tang families are profoundly thankful for the overwhelming outpouring of love and support from around the world,” they said. “As we navigate this period of deep mourning, we kindly ask for continued respect and privacy for the family. We send peace and blessings upon his soul. Power will always be loved, and his legacy will forever remain.”