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{{Infobox person
| name = Thuggizzle
| image = Thuggizzle.jpg
| birth_name = Phillip Hodge
| birth_date = May 12, 1984
| birth_place = San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
| occupation = Rapper, entrepreneur, philanthropist
| known_for = Founder of Thuggizzle Cares Inc.; creator of Thuggizzle Appalachian Mountain Spring Water
| website = [https://iamthuggizzle.com Personal Website]
}}

'''Phillip Hodge''' (born May 12, 1984), known professionally as '''Thuggizzle''', is an American rapper, entrepreneur, and philanthropist based in San Antonio, Texas. He is the founder of the nonprofit '''Thuggizzle Cares Inc.''' and the creator of '''Thuggizzle Appalachian Mountain Spring Water'''.<ref name="bio"/>

== Early life ==
Phillip Hodge spent much of his childhood in the foster care system after being placed into state custody at age nine due to his mother’s struggles with drugs.<ref name="bio"/> During this period, he lived in more than 25 emergency shelters and group homes. A pivotal moment came when a staff member at the Baptist Children’s Home encouraged him to channel his trauma into music, planting the seed for his rap career.<ref name="bio"/>

== Career ==

=== Music ===
Thuggizzle is recognized for his freestyle rap style, earning acclaim for composing lyrics spontaneously without writing them down.<ref name="bio"/> He initially performed as “Young Thugster” before adopting the moniker “Thuggizzle,” which blends “thug” with “izzle,” meaning “is him.” Over time, he incorporated more storytelling and reflective themes into his music. He has performed alongside artists such as [https://share.google/4hSeriCuBKEWcbb5F Snoop Dogg] and [https://share.google/e1jn0d8VfbcGSE3hM DMX (rapper)|DMX].<ref name="bio"/>

=== Entrepreneurship ===
In 2021, Hodge launched '''Thuggizzle Appalachian Mountain Spring Water''', a can-based, eco-friendly water brand aimed at steering youth away from sugary drinks through vibrant packaging.<ref name="voyage"/> The [https://www.google.com/search?q=hyatt+regency+san+antonio+riverwalk&rlz=1C1CHBF_enNG1153NG1153&oq=Hyatt+Regency+San+Antonio+Riverwalk&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqDAgAECMYJxiABBiKBTIMCAAQIxgnGIAEGIoFMgwIARAAGBQYhwIYgAQyBwgCEAAYgAQyBwgDEAAYgAQyBwgEEAAYgAQyBwgFEAAYgAQyBwgGEAAYgAQyBwgHEAAYgAQyBwgIEAAYgAQyBwgJEAAYgATSAQczOTdqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk] began offering his branded water to market guests and VIPs, highlighting support for local entrepreneurs.<ref name="ksat"/>

=== Philanthropy ===
Thuggizzle founded '''Thuggizzle Cares Inc.''', a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, built on his experiences in foster care. The organization's mission is to support at-risk individuals, couples, and families through education, advocacy, and innovative programs. It addresses numerous causes, including breast cancer, autism, and domestic violence.<ref name="nonprofit"/>

He also initiated the '''I Am Not Alone''' campaign, an outreach program providing a support platform for survivors of sexual abuse.<ref name="nonprofit"/> Additionally, Thuggizzle regularly donates water through his philanthropic efforts; for instance, he donated nearly 2,000 bottles from his water brand to the San Antonio Food Bank and local charities.<ref name="ksat"/> In 2025, Thuggizzle Cares was awarded '''Best Community Activist''' in San Antonio.<ref name="voyage"/>

== Public perception ==
Thuggizzle has also been the subject of online cultural references. For example, Urban Dictionary features definitions for both "Phillip Hodge" and "Thuggizzle," reflecting his recognition in popular culture.<ref name="urbandict1"/><ref name="urbandict2"/>

== External links ==
* [https://iamthuggizzle.com Official website]
* [https://thuggizzlecares.org Thuggizzle Cares Inc.]
* [https://www.facebook.com/share/1B5tEw9ffr/ Facebook page]
* [https://www.imdb.com/name/nmXXXXXXXX/ IMDb profile]
* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thuggizzle LinkedIn]

== References ==
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<ref name="urbandict1">{{cite web |title=Urban Dictionary: Phillip Hodge |url=https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Phillip%20Hodge |publisher=Urban Dictionary |access-date=25 August 2025}}</ref>
<ref name="urbandict2">{{cite web |title=Urban Dictionary: Thuggizzle |url=https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Thuggizzle |publisher=Urban Dictionary |access-date=25 August 2025}}</ref>


<ref name="voyage">{{cite web |title=Meet Phillip Hodge of Thuggizzle Water – Voyage San Antonio |url=https://voyagesanantonio.com/interview/meet-phillip-hodge-of-thuggizzle-water/ |publisher=Voyage San Antonio |access-date=25 August 2025}}</ref>


<ref name="ksat">{{cite web |title=Major San Antonio hotel showcases local entrepreneur's water business |url=https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2024/03/13/major-san-antonio-hotel-showcases-local-entrepreneurs-water-business/ |publisher=KSAT |date=12 March 2024 |access-date=25 August 2025}}</ref>


<ref name="nonprofit">{{cite web |title=Who Started The Non-Profit Organization Thuggizzle Cares? |url=https://thuggizzlecares.org/blog/f/who-started-the-non-profit-organization-thuggizzle-cares |publisher=Thuggizzle Cares |access-date=25 August 2025}}</ref>


<ref name="bio">{{cite web |title=Thuggizzle’s Story – Bio |url=https://iamthuggizzle.com/bio |publisher=iamthuggizzle.com |access-date=25 August 2025}}</ref>
</references>

[[Category:American rappers]]
[[Category:American philanthropists]]
[[Category:People from San Antonio, Texas]]
[[Category:1980s births]]
[[Category:Living people]]

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