October 23, 2025
Grateful for the work, the process, and everyone who’s been part of this journey.
Professional ballet dancer Misty Copeland in a social media post last Wednesday ahead of her retirement show.
Why It Matters: In 2015, Copeland became the first Black female principal dancer at the American Ballet Theater. She performed her retirement show Wednesday night at the Lincoln Center in New York City. Media mogul Oprah Winfrey reflected on her legacy, saying, “She changed it. She redefined who belongs, who gets to be seen, and who gets to lead.”
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by Karly Code, based in Kentucky
