His sister, singer Tamara Powell, shared the news with fans. She remembered her brother as a beloved son, sibling, and uncle, while emphasizing how deeply he valued music and the people who supported his career.
Born in Gary, Indiana, Powell grew up surrounded by music. He and his siblings, Trina, Tamara, and Jacob, performed together at talent shows during the early 1990s. Those experiences helped establish the musical foundation that would eventually lead him toward a career.
