
Missy Elliott
Biography
Missy Elliott, also known as "Misdemeanor," is a revolutionary American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer who has redefined the landscape of hip-hop and R&B for over three decades. Known for her avant-garde music videos and innovative production style—often alongside long-time collaborator Timbaland—she is the best-selling female rapper in Nielsen Music history.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances

Honey
as Self
2003

2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
as Self
2021

Janet: Live in Hawaii
as Self
2002

Missy 'Misdemeanor' Elliott: Hits of Miss E... The Videos, Volume 1
as Herself
2001

JAY-Z: Fade to Black
as Self
2004

Michael Jackson: Number Ones
as Self (archive footage)
2003

My Mic Sounds Nice: A Truth About Women and Hip Hop
as Self
2010

Just for Kicks
as Self
2005

Lizzo: Live in Concert
as Self
2022

Inside Björk
as Self
2003

Mariah Carey: The Adventures of Mimi
as Self
2007

Return of the Queen Tour
as Self
2012

Janet Jackson: From Janet. To Damita Jo: The Videos
as Self
2004

Katy Perry: Making of the Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show
as Herself
2015

The A-Z of Aaliyah
as Self
2018

Music Videos That Defined the 00’s
as Self (archive footage)
2019

Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration
as Self
2001

Michael Jackson: The One
as Self
2004

Destiny's Child Video Anthology
as Self
2013

Pootie Tang
as Diva
2001
TV Appearances

The Ellen DeGeneres Show
as Self
2003

The Wayans Bros.
as Missy Elliott
1995

Punk'd
as Self
2003

The View
as Self
1997

106 & Park
2000

E! True Hollywood Story
1996

The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
1992

All That
1994

Family Matters
as Missy 'Misdemeanor' Elliott
1989

MADtv
as Self
1995

America's Best Dance Crew
2008

Craig of the Creek
as Carla (voice)
2018