Misty Danielle Copeland (born September 10, 1982) [1] is an American ballet dancer and author. She has danced primarily for American Ballet Theatre (ABT), one of the three leading classical ballet …

Nov 5, 2025 · Misty Copeland was the first Black female principal dancer in the history of American Ballet Theatre. She took a final bow at Lincoln Center on Oct. 22, 2025. It's not easy watching your …

Trailblazing ballerina Misty Copeland has decided to move on to what she calls “the next stage” in her career. Copeland broke barriers at American Ballet Theatre.

Dec 8, 2025 · Misty Copeland is an American ballet dancer who, in 2015, became the first African American female principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre (ABT). Her inspiring story made …

Oct 22, 2025 · After a storied, decades-long career, ballerina Misty Copeland — known just as much for her advocacy offstage as her accomplishments on — is retiring from American Ballet Theatre.

Oct 23, 2025 · Misty Copeland, the first African American woman promoted to principal dancer in ABT's 85-year history, took her final bow with the company on Wednesday.

Jun 8, 2025 · Soon, she’ll come to a stop. Copeland has announced in an interview with The New York Times Magazine that she is retiring from Ballet Theater after a final performance in the fall.

Jun 9, 2025 · The dancer, 42, has announced she will retire from the American Ballet Theatre after more than 20 years and deliver her final performance during the company's fall gala in October. "I could …

Jun 9, 2025 · From her notable portrayals of Odette/Odile in Swan Lake and Juliet in Romeo and Juliet to the title role in Firebird, Copeland has inspired generations with her powerful presence and …

Rising star Misty Copeland makes history as the first African American Female Principal Dancer with the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. When she discovered ballet, however, Misty was living in a …