Misty Copeland

Misty Copeland

American Ballet Theatre

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Misty Copeland fought for her place in ballet, and she’s using her platform to pave the way for young Black ballerinas to feel welcomed in the industry.

Misty Copeland
Misty Copeland ballet dancer for American Ballet Theatre, one of the three leading classical ballet companies in the United St

The funny thing about ballet is that it’s strikingly similar to being a Black woman in America. 

Misty Copeland