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Misty Copeland Reflects on Not Having Early Childhood Kitchen Memories Because She Was Homeless

The iconic ballet dancer said despite an unstable upbringing, her childhood was not bleak.
05/16/2024

Misty Copeland Shares How Prince Changed Her Life

The American Ballet Theatre principal says Prince changed who she was as a person and artist.
03/26/2024

Five Heartwarming Documentaries To Watch With The Family

From Tyler Perry to Michelle Obama, these films will move your soul.
11/21/2023

Misty Copeland Reveals That She Gave Birth To A Healthy Baby Boy 3 Months Ago

The ballerina kept her pregnancy private as she welcomed her first child with her husband, Olu Evans.
07/22/2022

'Everything Black' Presented by Ford

A daily reminder of African-American contributions to our world.
02/01/2022
attends the Black Girls Rock! 2018 Red Carpet at NJPAC on August 26, 2018 in Newark, New Jersey.

Misty Copeland Writes Book Celebrating Black Ballerinas

“This is my bow to them.”
02/10/2021

Misty Copeland On How George Floyd Protests Have Changed Her Life

“For the first time, people are really seeing it.”
07/22/2020

Misty Copeland Is Organizing A Massive, Worldwide Ballet Performance For COVID-19 Relief

Thirty-two ballerinas from 14 countries are participating.
05/06/2020