Born in Queens, New York, and raised in Minneapolis, Phil made his professional boxing debut in 2006 after earning an amateur record of 31–4. He went on to achieve a professional record of 15–8–2 with 14 knockouts – currently holding the world record for Fastest Knock-Out in History – before shifting his focus to his lifelong craft as a barber. With over 20 years of experience, Phil now serves as the master barber and manager of the Northside Barbershop, where he continues to bring the same discipline, precision, and mentorship that defined his career in the ring.