Angela Missy Billups

Angela “Missy” Billups is an acclaimed American gospel recording artist, actress, and spokesperson, affectionately known as “The Sweetheart of Gospel Music.” She rose to prominence as a three-time award winner and finalist of the prestigious New York Tri-State McDonald’s Gospel Fest, with unforgettable performances at iconic venues such as Madison Square Garden and the Prudential Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Her debut CD, Determined, opened doors to national exposure, including multiple television appearances on Trinity Broadcasting Network’s Praise the Lord. Building on that success, her sophomore project Churchin’ garnered widespread industry attention, leading to high-profile opportunities such as performing on The Late Show with David Letterman alongside actor Steve Martin, touring with HBO’s Comedy Festival to sing Amazing Grace, recording the Battle Hymn of the Republic for Warner Bros., creating the New Jingle for Cablevision, and serving as a featured performer at a luncheon with the stars of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). She was also honored to serve as guest psalmist for the inauguration of the first Black female president at Langston University.

Recognized both nationally and internationally, Missy has touched audiences from coast to coast and abroad, ministering through music in Italy, Switzerland, Rome, and Jamaica. Her voice continues to inspire thousands through powerful performances at major events, including the annual New York Bike-a-thon, which unites more than 10,000 participants from across the nation.

With numerous appearances on Bobby Jones Gospel (BET and The Word Network), and a calendar filled with bookings for concerts, acting roles, hosting engagements, and special events, Angela “Missy” Billups remains a dynamic force in gospel music—spreading faith, inspiration, and the joy of music everywhere she goes.

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