Misty Copeland

Misty Copeland

artist United States

Misty Copeland is a groundbreaking ballet dancer and the first African American female principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre. She has been an advocate for diversity in ballet and often speaks about the pressures and stereotypes surrounding women's bodies in the dance world.

Born on Sep 10, 1982 (43 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
158,893
Power
9,915$
Sentiment
7.99
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 8.00 0.05% +0% 331,002,651 156,060 $21,000,000 9,901$
Jamaica 1 7.00 0.10% +0% 2,961,167 2,834 $15,000 14$
Totals 2 333,963,818 158,894 $21,015,000 9,915$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Misty Copeland was on hand to explain how Bolton plans to use garments and artworks to push against the notion of an idealized body. 8

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Jamaica Jamaica: Misty Copeland took her final bow with the American Ballet Theatre at its Fall Gala. 9

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Something Extra | Friday | Lifestyle

United States United States: Misty Copeland is the first Black principal ballerina with the American Ballet Theatre and is celebrated for her farewell performance. 9

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