Joe Kazadi, who plays the role of Phillipe on Uzalo, is an entrepreneur and millionaire in real life, with businesses across South Africa and Congo. Kazadi’s success manifests perseverance and hard work; he was born in Congo and left with his parents to seek refuge in South Africa at a tender age. He grew up to be a professional chef and worked in prominent restaurants before giving a shot at modelling; he dreams of owning a chain of restaurants and turning them into a family business.

“I have been a professional cook for over a decade; I am a qualified proffesional chef who can prepare several cuisines. I have been working in the hotel industry since I turned 18 and will one day open a family chain of restaurants, a legacy I will leave for my daughter.”

In his interview with Savannanews, Kazadi revealed that he was introduced into modelling by a co-worker who appreciated his built body.

“One of my co-workers told me that I should try modelling since I have a muscular body. Since I had nothing to lose, I made various inquiries and signed into a Durban modelling agency before moving to Joburg, where I scaled my career. I arrived in Joburg in a trailer of luggage because my bus fare was short thanks to the understanding bus crew.”

Joe Kazadi plays Philippe on Uzalo

Joe Kazadi has a brief stint on the Uzalo cast where he plays Philippe’s role, an associate of Nkunzi. He had skipped the country due to assassination attempts and entrusted his old friend Nkunzi to safeguard his wife Ndoni while in exile. Nkunzi and Ndoni fell in love with a development that infuriated Gabisile, living with Nkunzi for a long time. Gabisile tipped Philippe what his wife and Nkunzi had been up to out of envy, leading to his unexpected return to catch the two in bed.

Philippe on Uzalo: Image Credit @ Instagram

Over his fruitful acting career, Kazadi played roles on The Queen, Scandal, Isithembiso, Isono and bagged international roles on the way.

His daughter Omotola Kazadi

Despite having a busy modelling, gym and acting schedule, Joe is raising a three-year-old daughter named Omotola Kazadi.

Joe revealed that he is a single father who enjoys being a full-time daddy to his little princess. Though he is actively looking for a partner, Joe Kazadi has no intention of dating in the entertainment circles.

“I wouldn’t date in the Industry at all. I want to date a woman who has a normal job. I want a peaceful relationship with my future partner.”

Joe Kazadi business empire and net worth

Kazadi is an acute businessman with business interests in Mining and Freight (Congo) and Real Estate and Film production (South Africa); in 2022, his net worth is valued at R69 .7 million.