Eiland Phoenix Adé is an award-winning student filmmaker, actor, and community leader from Georgia whose passion for storytelling, service, and academic excellence is shaping his path toward a future in both film and medicine.

A high-achieving student with a 3.7 GPA, and a rigorous dual enrollment schedule, Eiland is committed to challenging himself both academically and creatively. He plans to pursue a career in neurology while continuing to explore the power of storytelling through film.

Eiland’s creative accomplishments have earned statewide recognition. His filmmaking team received honors at the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, and he was named Revelation of the Year at the Georgia Latino Film Festival. His professional acting credits include Queen Sugar, Bolden, SMT, Father Time, and Fatal Attraction, as listed on IMDb.

Beyond the screen, Eiland serves as a pround member of NAACP Youth Council, where he helps lead youth initiatives focused on leadership, civic engagement, and community service. He believes that true leadership is measured by service to others. He also served as parliamentarian on his schools DECA club.

Eiland is the son of Eli Joshua Adé, an award-winning unit still photographer, member of the Society of Motion Picture Still Photographers, member of the International Cinematographers Guild Local 600, and recipient of the 2023 Publicists Award for Excellence in Unit Still Photography. He is also the son of Tiffany Adé, a DeKalb County educator, entrepreneur, photographer, and creative professional whose commitment to education, faith, and the arts has helped shape his character and love of learning. (IMDb)

Inspired by his parents’ example of excellence, creativity, and service, Eiland strives to lead with integrity in every area of his life. His fascination with the human brain and behavior fuels his aspiration to become a neurologist, while his love of filmmaking reflects his belief that stories have the power to educate, inspire, and bring people together.

As he prepares for college, Eiland seeks opportunities to continue growing as a filmmaker, scholar, and servant leader. His mission is to use both science and storytelling to improve lives, amplify underrepresented voices, and leave a lasting impact on his community and beyond.