Principal Dancer at American Ballet Theatre, American Ballet Theatre
Misty Copeland
Principal Dancer at American Ballet Theatre | American Ballet Theatre
About Misty
Misty Danielle Copeland, born on September 10, 1982, is an American ballet dancer and author. She is primarily affiliated with the American Ballet Theatre, one of the United States' leading classical ballet companies. On June 30, 2015, Copeland made history by becoming the first African American woman to be promoted to principal dancer at ABT in its 75-year history. Copeland is recognized as a prodigy who achieved stardom despite not beginning ballet until the age of 13. Her journey was marked by legal and personal challenges; in 1998, her ballet teachers served as her guardians while her mother was engaged in a custody battle. Both sides eventually dropped legal proceedings, and Copeland commenced studies under a new instructor who was a former ABT member. Her early talent earned her the 1997 Los Angeles Music Center Spotlight Award as the best dancer in Southern California. She joined ABT's Studio Company in 2000, the corps de ballet in 2001, and became a soloist in 2007. As a soloist, she developed a more contemporary and sophisticated style, continuing her career until her retirement from ABT in 2025. Beyond dance, Copeland has established herself as a public speaker, author of two autobiographical books, and narrated a documentary titled A Ballerina's Tale. Her visibility increased through performances on Broadway, touring with Prince, and appearances on television. She has also endorsed various brands, including T-Mobile, Coach, Inc., Dr Pepper, Seiko, The Dannon Company, and Under Armour.
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International Women's Day
May 16, 2026
Ground Control Parenting with Carol Sutton Lewis
Beyond Ballet: Parenting, Purpose, and Possibility with Misty Copeland
May 13, 2026
Meet The Leader
Meet The Leader at 200: 20 Leaders Share Their Best Tips, Aha Moments and Advice
Apr 2, 2026
First Things First With Dominique DiPrima
One on One with Ballerina Misty Copeland: Reprising a Career Conversation
Mar 19, 2026
Well Played
Sinners’ Stars Go Sport Mode, Chloe Kim’s Meet Cute, and Misty Copeland on Her Oscar’s Appearance
Mar 18, 2026
Skimm This
Sinners’ Stars Go Sport Mode, Chloe Kim’s Meet Cute, and Misty Copeland on Her Oscar’s Appearance
Mar 18, 2026
In Depth With Graham Bensinger
Misty Copeland - Trailblazing Ballet Dancer
Nov 17, 2025
Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News
The Story Everyone in Wake County Is Talking About. Woof!
Nov 17, 2025
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Ground Control Parenting with Carol Sutton Lewis
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In Depth With Graham Bensinger
2 episodes
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2
How She Does It
2 episodes
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Check this out! Podcast4kids
1 episode
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1
Meet The Leader
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First Things First With Dominique DiPrima
1 episode
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1
Well Played
1 episode
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1
Skimm This
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Shows
1
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