Missy Elliott Honored by Her Virginia Hometown of Portsmouth With Street Dedication Ceremony
Missy Elliott is getting her flowers from a special place — her hometown! The 51-year-old was honored by her hometown in Portsmouth, Virginia, with a special dedication ceremony on Monday in which they named a city street after her. In an announcement sent on Sept. 15, it was revealed that the Portsmouth City Council voted unanimously to rename a portion of McLean Street to «Missy Elliott Boulevard» and the Songwriters Hall of Famer would receive a key to the city.«We're beyond proud of Missy's accomplishments and so thrilled to have the opportunity to celebrate her right here in her hometown of Portsmouth, Virginia,» said Portsmouth City Manager Tonya Chapman.