Misty Copeland

About Misty Copeland

Misty Copeland, born September 10, 1982, is an American ballet dancer who made history as the first African American woman to be promoted to principal dancer in American Ballet Theatre's 75-year history. Overcoming a late start in ballet and challenging socioeconomic circumstances, Copeland has become an icon of diversity in classical ballet. Beyond dance, she is an author, spokesperson, and activist advocating for greater racial and body diversity in ballet.

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