Misty Copeland
September 10, 1982 · 43 years old
Misty Danielle Copeland (born September 10, 1982) is an American ballet dancer for the prestigious American Ballet Theatre (ABT). In 2015, Copeland became the first African-American woman to be promoted to principal dancer in ABT's 75-year history.
Known For
5 titles
The Nutcracker and the Four Realms
A young girl is transported into a magical world of gingerbread soldiers and an army of mice.
Michael Jackson's Journey from Motown to Off the Wall
A look at the life of the late pop star Michael Jackson from his early days at Motown Records to the release of his hit 1979 album, Off the Wall.
Thriller 40
Follows the making of Michael Jackson's record-breaking album "Thriller".
Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special
When the world is faced with a holiday cheer crisis, the North Pole knows only one person who can solve it: Santa's great friend, Mariah Carey.
A Ballerina's Tale
A feature documentary on African American ballerina Misty Copeland that examines her prodigious rise, her potentially career ending injury alongside themes of race and body image in the elite ballet world.