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'''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"/>
'''Phillip Hodge''' (born 1980s), 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 ==
== Early life ==
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=== Music ===
=== 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 Snoop Dogg and DMX.<ref name="bio"/>
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://www.google.com/search?q=snoop+dogg&rlz=1C1CHBF_enNG1153NG1153&oq=Snoop+Dogg&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqDQgAEAAY4wIYsQMYgAQyDQgAEAAY4wIYsQMYgAQyCggBEC4YsQMYgAQyDQgCEAAYgwEYsQMYgAQyCggDEAAYsQMYgAQyBwgEEAAYgAQyBggFEAAYAzIHCAYQABiABDIHCAcQABiABDIHCAgQABiPAjIHCAkQABiPAtIBBzY2MGowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Snoop Dogg] and [https://www.google.com/search?q=dmx&rlz=1C1CHBF_enNG1153NG1153&oq=DMX&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqEggAEAAYQxjjAhixAxiABBiKBTISCAAQABhDGOMCGLEDGIAEGIoFMg8IARAuGEMYsQMYgAQYigUyDAgCEAAYQxiABBiKBTIMCAMQLhhDGIAEGIoFMhIIBBAAGEMYgwEYsQMYgAQYigUyDAgFEC4YQxiABBiKBTIMCAYQABhDGIAEGIoFMgcIBxAuGIAEMgwICBAAGEMYgAQYigUyDAgJEAAYQxiABBiKBdIBBzQ0N2owajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 DMX (rapper)|DMX].<ref name="bio"/>


=== Entrepreneurship ===
=== 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 Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk began offering his branded water to market guests and VIPs, highlighting support for local entrepreneurs.<ref name="ksat"/>
In 2021, Hodge launched '''Thuggizzle Appalachian Mountain Spring Water''', a can-based, eco-friendly brand sourced from Appalachian Springs, designed to appeal to young people and encourage hydration over sugary drinks.<ref name="supermarketnews"/> The [https://www.google.com/search?q=hyatt+regency+san+antonio+riverwalk&rlz=1C1CHBF_enNG1153NG1153&oq=Hyatt+Regency+San+Antonio+Riverwalk&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCQgAEEUYOxiABDIJCAAQRRg7GIAEMgcIARAAGIAEMgcIAhAAGIAEMgcIAxAAGIAEMgcIBBAAGIAEMgcIBRAAGIAEMgcIBhAAGIAEMgcIBxAAGIAEMgcICBAAGIAEMgcICRAAGIAE0gEHNDY1ajBqN6gCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk] began offering his branded water to guests and VIPs, supporting local entrepreneurship.<ref name="openpr"/>


=== Philanthropy ===
=== 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"/>
Thuggizzle founded '''Thuggizzle Cares Inc.''', a 501(c)(3) nonprofit inspired by his own foster care experiences.<ref name="usanews"/> The organization supports at-risk individuals, families, and causes such as breast cancer, autism, and domestic violence.<ref name="usanews"/>


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 ==
== 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"/>
Thuggizzle has also been recognized in popular culture. Urban Dictionary features definitions for both "Phillip Hodge" and "Thuggizzle," reflecting public recognition of his persona.<ref name="urbandict"/>
 
== References ==
<references>
<!-- Official biography -->
<ref name="bio">{{cite web |title=Thuggizzle’s Story – Bio |url=https://iamthuggizzle.com/bio |publisher=iamthuggizzle.com |access-date=26 August 2025}}</ref>
 
<!-- Supermarket News article on water brand -->
<ref name="supermarketnews">{{cite web |title=Thuggizzle Appalachian Mountain Spring Water |url=https://www.supermarketnews.com/beverages/thuggizzle-appalachian-mountain-spring-water |publisher=Supermarket News |date=September 6, 2023 |access-date=26 August 2025}}</ref>
 
<!-- Press release on award and water partnership -->
<ref name="openpr">{{cite web |title=Thuggizzle Cares Inc.: Best Community Activist in San Antonio of 2025 |url=https://www.openpr.com/news/4152867/thuggizzle-cares-inc-best-community-activist-in-san-antonio |publisher=ABNewswire via openPR |date=August 2025 |access-date=26 August 2025}}</ref>
 
<!-- USA News profile article -->
<ref name="usanews">{{cite web |title=Thuggizzle Cares Inc.: From Foster Care to Giving Back – The Inspiring Journey of Phillip Hodge |url=https://usanews.com/newsroom/thuggizzle-cares-inc-from-foster-care-to-giving-back-the-inspiring-journey-of-phillip-hodge |publisher=USA Newsroom |date=August 13, 2025 |access-date=26 August 2025}}</ref>
 
<!-- Urban Dictionary entry -->
<ref name="urbandict">{{cite web |title=Urban Dictionary: Thuggizzle |url=https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Thuggizzle |publisher=Urban Dictionary |access-date=26 August 2025}}</ref>
</references>
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