Misty Copeland Age and Birth Date
Misty Copeland was born on September 10, 1982, which makes her 42 years old as of 2025. She was born in Kansas City, Missouri, and raised in Southern California.
Early Career and Rise to Fame
Copeland began ballet training at age 13, an unusually late start for professional dancers. She joined American Ballet Theatre in 2001 and became a principal dancer in 2007, gaining widespread recognition for her technique and stage presence.
Historic Achievements and Legacy
In 2015, Misty Copeland became the first African American woman to be named principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre. Her career is widely documented by major arts and news organizations, including Biography.com.
