Phila Madlingozi

Phila Madlingozi, born October 26, 1989, in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a dynamic multi-talented artist carving his own path in the entertainment world. Son of legendary musician Ringo Madlingozi, Phila shines as a singer, songwriter, rapper, actor, and filmmaker. Raised in Port Elizabeth by his grandmother, he honed his craft through passion and grit, landing his breakout role as Zithembe/Zolile in SABC1’s *Intersexions* (2013) and earning a SAFTA Golden Horn Award for his musical work on *Isikizi*. With chart-worthy singles like “Igaqa le Ice” and roles in hits like *The Queen* and *Gqeberha: The Empire*, Phila blends Afro-pop, hip-hop, and Xhosa storytelling to captivate audiences. A star on the rise, he’s redefining his legacy with authenticity and flair, amassing over 105,000 Instagram followers and inspiring fans through his “Free Phila” campaign.