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At 15, Misty won a first place Music Center Spotlight Award, which recognizes talented high school students.

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Some people dream of doing something when other people wake up and do it.

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Misty Copeland performs in the nutcracker at the American Ballet Theater.

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Misty Copeland and Sterling Baca Nutcracker Pas de Deux 2014

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1. Misty's career was very successful. She became the first African- American performer to be appointed as ABT's principled dancer. She also became the second African-American soloist on ABT. Now is 1 in 100 most influential people in the world. She wrote two books called "Ballerina Body" and " Life In Motion".

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Misty middle life was was now evolving around dance. She graduated high school in 2000. The year 2000 was a very special year for Misty. She became a member of ABT's studio company!

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Born in Kansas City,1982 Misty Copeland was an anxious child. She was raised in San Pedro California. She lived in a motel with her 5 other siblings and mother. Her mother had multiple marriages and boyfriends. Her 4th husband was abusive. Surprising, Misty didn't start dancing until 13 years old. Her teachers realized that Misty wasn't like the rest. She was extremely good!