American rapper, and record producer. Missy Elliott will receive a Video Vanguard Award at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).
The 48-year-old rapper will collect the accolade – which is awarded for her music video contributions over the years – at this year’s VMAs, which takes place at the Prudential Center in New Jersey on August 26th.
Bruce Gillmer, head of music and music talent at Viacom and co-brand head at MTV International, said: ”Missy’s impact on the music landscape is indelible.