Missy Elliott has received a new honor to add to her legacy. The veteran musician stopped in Hampton, VA. on her ongoing Out Of This World: The Experience Tour with Ciara, Busta Rhymes, and Timbaland. According to Variety , the 53-year-old was recognized as a hometown hero by Virginia Congressman Bobby Scott and Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck.
“It would be a crime — a ‘Misdemeanor’! — not to recognize you, and to thank you for all you’ve done, not only with the fame and fortune, but giving back to the community,” detailed Congressman Scott at the end of the concert. “So I wanted to recognize you with a Congressional Certificate Of Community Service. Thank you, Missy.”
Mayor Tuck also declared Aug. 2, “Out of This World Tour Day” in the city.
The Out Of This World Tour , which kicked off last month in Vancouver, is the first headlining tour of Missy Elliott’s iconic career. According to a press release, the show featured a lively set from DJ Navarris before each artist took the stage. The Supa Fly musician’s performance featured 25 dancers including ballerinas, a tap dancer, and intergalactic set themes.