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Misty Copeland Bids Farewell to American Ballet Theatre at Lincoln Center Gala

Her exit refocuses her on expanding access through her foundation, spotlighting the absence of Black women in ABT's top ranks.

Misty Copeland Takes Final Bow With American Ballet Theatre at Star-Studded Gala