November 9, 2015
4m
EN
Lily Baldwin
Misty Copeland was promoted to principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre in 2015, becoming the first Black American ballerina to do so in the elite classical company's 75-year history. Misty sheds light on beating all odds through a difficult upbringing and learning ballet at 13 years old. She also expresses the importance of giving back to the communities she hopes to inspire. Friends and colleagues also share their admiration for the prominent dancer and advocate.
Misty Copeland
Misty
Charisse Jones
Self
Susan Fales-Hill
Self
Raven Wilkinson
Self
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Kerry Washington
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