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After 25 Groundbreaking Years, Misty Copeland Is Moving On | The Interview

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June 7, 2025

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After 25 years with the American Ballet Theater, Misty Copeland, the first Black woman ever to be named a principal dancer with the company, is retiring.

Misty grew up in near poverty in Southern California and was frequently homeless, her mother struggling to make ends meet. Eventually, she found solace and stability in dance. She sat down for an indepth conversation with David Marchese about her historic career, her upcoming final performance and where her work will take her next. Watch it here, and find more at

“The Interview” podcast from The New York Times features conversations with the world’s most fascinating people. Each week, hosts David Marchese and Lulu Garcia-Navarro talk to compelling, influential figures in culture, politics, business, sports and beyond — illuminating who they are, why they do what they do and how they impact the rest of us. New episodes every Saturday. Listen wherever you get your podcasts 🎧

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