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The Rise Of An Icon: A Look Back At Missy Elliott's Journey To Superstardom

By Rachaell Davis · Updated December 6, 2020
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We’re gearing up to celebrate the one and only Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott at the ESSENCE 2018 Black Women In Music event this January, but first, we want to take you on a little trip down memory lane.

The multi-talented music guru went from being a standout member of a successful girl group, to making history in Hollywood, but there’s also plenty that happened along the way.

Check out the video above for a look back at the career journey of one of entertainment’s most influential superstars.

TOPICS:  Missy Elliot