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Also Known As Melissa Arnette Elliott • Missy Misdemeanor Elliott
Born July 1, 1971 (age 53) • Portsmouth • Virginia
Awards And Honors Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum (2023) • Grammy Award (2005) • Grammy Award (2003) • Grammy Award (2002) • Grammy Award (2001)

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