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'''Phillip | '''Thuggizzle''' (real name '''Phillip Hodge''', born '''May 12, 1984''', in San Antonio, Texas) is an American rapper, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He is the founder of '''Thuggizzle Music Group''', '''Thuggizzle Water LLC''', and the nonprofit '''Thuggizzle Cares Inc.''', which empowers youth through literacy programs, incentives like ''Thuggizzle Make The Grade'', and community donations. Raised in shelters, group homes, and the foster care system, Thuggizzle overcame early challenges to build a career in music and community service. His story includes performing alongside '''Snoop Dogg, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Cypress Hill''', and others, while also launching eco-friendly products and youth initiatives.<ref>[https://usanews.com/newsroom/thuggizzle-water-a-legacy-of-community-impact-and-sustainable-innovation USA News: Thuggizzle Water – A Legacy of Community Impact and Sustainable Innovation]</ref><ref>[https://bestofbestreview.com/awards/phillip-hodge-best-music-and-community-activist-in-the-u-s-of-2025 Best of Best Review: Phillip Hodge – Best Music and Community Activist in the U.S. of 2025]</ref>  | ||
== Early life == | == Early life == | ||
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== Music career == | == Music career == | ||
Performing under the stage name '''Thuggizzle''', Hodge began releasing independent rap music in the 2000s. His work has been distributed on major streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music. He has also toured nationally, sharing stages with artists such as Snoop Dogg, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, and Cypress Hill.<ref>[https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/The-right-thing-to-do-S-A-rapper-Thuggizzle-16121538.php Express News: "The right thing to do": S.A. rapper Thuggizzle supports local community]</ref>  | Performing under the stage name '''Thuggizzle''', Hodge began releasing independent rap music in the 2000s. His work has been distributed on major streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music. He has also toured nationally, sharing stages with artists such as Snoop Dogg, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, and Cypress Hill.<ref>[https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/The-right-thing-to-do-S-A-rapper-Thuggizzle-16121538.php Express News: "The right thing to do": S.A. rapper Thuggizzle supports local community]</ref><ref>[https://ventsmagazine.com/2025/09/17/thuggizzle-water-community-impact-and-eco-innovation/ Vents Magazine – Thuggizzle Water Community Impact]</ref>  | ||
== Entrepreneurship == | == Entrepreneurship == | ||
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Through his nonprofit, '''Thuggizzle Cares Inc.''', Hodge supports education, foster youth, and community programs in San Antonio. His nonprofit provides school supplies, scholarships, and recreational opportunities for children.<ref>[https://timebusinessnews.com/thuggizzle-cares-inc-best-community-activist-in-san-antonio-of-2025 Time Business News: Thuggizzle Cares Inc. – Best Community Activist in San Antonio 2025]</ref><ref>[https://bestofbestreview.com/awards/thuggizzle-cares-inc-best-community-activist-in-san-antonio-of-2025 Best of Best Review: Thuggizzle Cares Inc. Awarded 2025 Best Community Activist]</ref>  | Through his nonprofit, '''Thuggizzle Cares Inc.''', Hodge supports education, foster youth, and community programs in San Antonio. His nonprofit provides school supplies, scholarships, and recreational opportunities for children.<ref>[https://timebusinessnews.com/thuggizzle-cares-inc-best-community-activist-in-san-antonio-of-2025 Time Business News: Thuggizzle Cares Inc. – Best Community Activist in San Antonio 2025]</ref><ref>[https://bestofbestreview.com/awards/thuggizzle-cares-inc-best-community-activist-in-san-antonio-of-2025 Best of Best Review: Thuggizzle Cares Inc. Awarded 2025 Best Community Activist]</ref>  | ||
In April 2024, Hodge donated 10,000 cans of Thuggizzle Water to local charities.<ref>[https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/The-right-thing-to-do-S-A-rapper-Thuggizzle-16121538.php Express News article about Thuggizzle's donations]</ref>Â Â | In April 2024, Hodge donated 10,000 cans of Thuggizzle Water to local charities.<ref>[https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/The-right-thing-to-do-S-A-rapper-Thuggizzle-16121538.php Express News article about Thuggizzle's donations]</ref><ref>[https://www.allmusic.com/artist/thuggizzle-mn0003797425 Thuggizzle at AllMusic]</ref>Â Â | ||
In 2025, he publicly announced the expanded mission of Thuggizzle Cares Inc., aimed at empowering communities and launching new educational initiatives.<ref>[https://markets.financialcontent.com/wral/article/marketersmedia-2025-8-14-phillip-hodge-announces-thuggizzle-cares-inc-launch-to-empower-communities-and-expand-educational-initiatives Marketers Media: Phillip Hodge announces Thuggizzle Cares Inc. launch and expansion]</ref>Â Â | In 2025, he publicly announced the expanded mission of Thuggizzle Cares Inc., aimed at empowering communities and launching new educational initiatives.<ref>[https://markets.financialcontent.com/wral/article/marketersmedia-2025-8-14-phillip-hodge-announces-thuggizzle-cares-inc-launch-to-empower-communities-and-expand-educational-initiatives Marketers Media: Phillip Hodge announces Thuggizzle Cares Inc. launch and expansion]</ref><ref>[https://genius.com/artists/Thuggizzle Thuggizzle at Genius]</ref>Â Â | ||
== Recognition == | == Recognition == | ||
Hodge has been recognized nationally for both his music and activism. In 2025, he was named "Best Music and Community Activist in the U.S."<ref>[https://bestofbestreview.com/awards/phillip-hodge-best-music-and-community-activist-in-the-u-s-of-2025 Best of Best Review recognition]</ref>Â Â | Hodge has been recognized nationally for both his music and activism. In 2025, he was named "Best Music and Community Activist in the U.S."<ref>[https://bestofbestreview.com/awards/phillip-hodge-best-music-and-community-activist-in-the-u-s-of-2025 Best of Best Review recognition]</ref><ref>[https://www.discogs.com/artist/10364488-Thuggizzle Thuggizzle at Discogs]</ref>Â Â | ||
That same year, he was honored for his nonprofit work when Thuggizzle Cares Inc. was named the "Best Community Activist in San Antonio."<ref>[https://timebusinessnews.com/thuggizzle-cares-inc-best-community-activist-in-san-antonio-of-2025 Time Business News recognition]</ref>Â Â | That same year, he was honored for his nonprofit work when Thuggizzle Cares Inc. was named the "Best Community Activist in San Antonio."<ref>[https://timebusinessnews.com/thuggizzle-cares-inc-best-community-activist-in-san-antonio-of-2025 Time Business News recognition]</ref>Â Â | ||
In September 2025, Hodge reflected on his personal journey and life mission, recalling a childhood meeting with King Charles III and emphasizing his dedication to lifelong service.<ref>[https://markets.financialcontent.com/wral/article/marketersmedia-2025-9-2-from-prince-to-king-thuggizzle-reflects-on-childhood-meeting-with-king-charles-iii-and-lifelong-mission-of-service Marketers Media: "From Prince to King" – Thuggizzle reflects on childhood with King Charles III]</ref>  | In September 2025, Hodge reflected on his personal journey and life mission, recalling a childhood meeting with King Charles III and emphasizing his dedication to lifelong service.<ref>[https://markets.financialcontent.com/wral/article/marketersmedia-2025-9-2-from-prince-to-king-thuggizzle-reflects-on-childhood-meeting-with-king-charles-iii-and-lifelong-mission-of-service Marketers Media: "From Prince to King" – Thuggizzle reflects on childhood with King Charles III]</ref><ref>[https://musicbrainz.org/artist/86459076-9efe-4ecb-940f-a7bfb318562a Thuggizzle at MusicBrainz]</ref>  | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
* [https://iamthuggizzle.com Official website] | * [https://iamthuggizzle.com Official website] | ||
* [https://open.spotify.com/artist/3rU4AjnMarRv8zO9P5D6CW Thuggizzle on Spotify]Â Â | * [https://open.spotify.com/artist/3rU4AjnMarRv8zO9P5D6CW Thuggizzle on Spotify]Â Â | ||
* [https://thuggizzlecares.org/ Thuggizzle Cares Inc.]Â | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:People from San Antonio, Texas]] | [[Category:People from San Antonio, Texas]] | ||
[[Category:American philanthropists]] | [[Category:American philanthropists]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:1984 births]] | ||
[[Category:Living people]] | [[Category:Living people]] | ||
