Watch: Janet Jackson Presents Missy Elliott With Special Honor At 'ESSENCE Black Women In Music 2018'

[Nikki B.]

 

 

Janet Jackson sprung a surprise on longtime friend Missy Elliot tonight at the 2018 ESSENCE Black Women In Music gala.

 

Jetted in from London, the Queen of Pop was in the house at the Highline Ballroom to present the rap innovator with the evening’s top honor.

 

The emotional moment saw Jackson, 51, offer a heartfelt speech about Elliott’s illustrious career and their unwavering friendship.

 

Watch the must-see presentation after the jump…

 

 

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Backstage, the ladies posed it up in a more light-hearted moment…

 

 

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Loving seeing legends salute legends!

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