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
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
205,053
Power
352$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Dominican Republic 1 8.00 0.17% +0% 10,847,910 18,965 $89,000 156$
Tanzania 1 8.00 0.31% +0% 59,734,213 186,088 $63,000 196$
Totals 2 70,582,123 205,053 $152,000 352$
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Recent Mentions

Tanzania Tanzania: The 2026 Met Gala host committee will feature a diverse group of cultural and fashion-forward figures, including Zoë Kravitz, Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Teyana Taylor, Misty Copeland and Lena Dunham, among others. 8

The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: Met Gala 2026 to celebrate fashion as art

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

CNN: Met Museum unveils 2026 Met Gala theme

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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