Ananova:

Missy Elliot is to host a hip-hop version of Pop Idol.

According to The Sun the show, to air in the US, is a chance for wannabe rappers to find stardom.

Auditions for The Missy Elliot Project are due to take place in cities including LA and New York.

If the would-be stars pass the audition they then face a TV ordeal.

The winner of the show gets the chance to tour with Missy, Alicia Keys and Beyonce.