Missy Elliott Surprises Her br 'Funky White Sister' on 'Ellen' Mary Halsey found viral success when she performed a karaoke version of Missy Elliott's "Work It" at br a picnic. Missy Elliott ended up seeing br the video and gave props to her br "funky white sister" on social media. Halsey was recently invited to br appear on 'Ellen' to talk about it br and perform the hit Missy Elliott song. Much to Halsey's surprise, Missy Elliott appeared on stage mid-performance. Halsey held it down and finishedbr the song alongside her inspiration. Afterwards, the three ladies had br a sit-down. Missy and Ellen gifted Halsey br with clothing commemorating the experience. Halsey offered to teach Ellen br the words to "Work It" and br offered to be a "hype girl" br for Missy anytime.