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Who is Misty Copeland? The Ballerina Who Earned Timothée Chalamet's Standing Ovation at the Oscars After Ballet Backlash

Misty Copeland, the first Black woman promoted to principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre, returned to the stage at the 2026 Oscars with a performance that earned a standing ovation.

International Business Times UK

Oscars 2026: ‘One Battle After Another’ triumphs - Full results & viral moments

It was One Oscar After Another for Paul Thomas Anderson’s 'One Battle After Another', which emerged victorious with 6 wins – while 'Sinners', the most Oscar-nominated film in Academy history, won 4. Here's everything you need to know about this year’s award ceremony.

Euronews

Renowned dancer criticizes Timothée Chalamet’s comments about ballet

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Celebrities Are Not Taking Timothée Chalamet’s Ballet Comments Well: “What Counts Is What Is Nourishing Your Soul and Life”

The controversy continues...

The Mary Sue

Ballet legend Misty Copeland calls out Timothée Chalamet for asking her to promote Marty Supreme before viral dig

Chalamet went viral last month after claiming ‘no one cares’ about ballet or opera

The Independent UK

We’ve Reached The Point(e) Where Real-Life Ballerinas Are Weighing In On Timothèe Chalamet Ballet And Opera Controversy

The dancers shared their thoughts.

Cinemablend

Misty Copeland says Timothée Chalamet wouldn't be the move star he is without ballet or opera

Misty Copeland says Timothée Chalamet owes a lot to the worlds of ballet and opera.

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Oscars to feature musical performances from Sinners and Kpop Demon Hunters at Sunday’s ceremony

A star-studded line-up featuring Josh Groban and Misty Copeland has been confirmed for Sunday’s ceremony

The Independent UK

Why is Trump demolishing the White House’s East Wing? Because he wants to

The president’s mega-project raises a lot of questions – including when he’s planning on leaving

The Guardian - US

‘She redefined who belongs’: Misty Copeland takes final bow with American Ballet Theatre

Copeland made history as the first Black female principal dancer in the company's 75-year existence

The Independent UK

Misty Copeland Pirouettes Through Two Outfit Changes for Her Final American Ballet Theatre Performance

She traded in her pointe shoes for pointed stilettos.

Marie Claire

Scalpers are ruining ballet’s finest’s last performance

The ballet world is buzzing as fans say goodbye to Misty Copeland. But, scalpers have found a way to hang a small dark cloud on the landmark moment. The dance and activist is hanging up her pointe shoes after an emotional final performance. Copeland took the stage with The American…

The Mary Sue

Why Did Misty Copeland Quit ABT? Principal Exits ABT With No Successor in Sight—Is Ballet Still Not Ready for Black Ballerinas?

Misty Copeland ends her 25-year journey with American Ballet Theatre, questioning ballet's slow progress on diversity as no Black successor follows.

International Business Times UK

Misty Copeland will take to the ballet stage one last time, before hanging up her pointe shoes

Misty Copeland is taking one last passionate spin on the ballet stage before saying goodbye

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The Conversation

A first connection can make a big difference when it comes to sticking with a career

People often say that a single spark can light a fire.

The Independent UK

Misty Copeland broke barriers in ballet. Now she’s retiring and moving to ‘the next stage’

Trailblazing ballerina Misty Copeland has decided to move on to what she calls “the next stage” in her career

The Independent UK

Misty Copeland's new picture story, 'Bunheads, Act 2,' will be out in September

Misty Copeland is ready to take young readers on another imaginary trip to the ballet

Salon

Why people really attend the US Open

When I was invited to attend the tournament over Labor Day Weekend, my first thought wasn't who was playing

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Marie Claire

Ballerinas Aren't Wearing the Balletcore Trend These Days

Stars like Misty Copeland dressed in head-to-toe Chanel instead.

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Celebrity attendees shine at star-studded New York Fashion Week

Discover all the buzz from New York Fashion Week with a star-studded weekend featuring stylish attendees, exclusive shows, and glamorous parties.

Marie Claire

Misty Copeland Is Stepping Beyond Ballet

The professional ballerina talks nutrition, education, finding balance.

The Independent UK

Misty Copeland's dedication to inclusion spans many projects — and her push for new dance emojis

Misty Copeland has her hands (and feet

The Guardian - UK

Don’t Think, Dear by Alice Robb review – the beauty and cruelty of ballet

A former student at the School of American Ballet dissects an art form that too often plays host to obsession and bullying

WEKU

2022 was a big year for dance books: Here are 5 to check out

These books shed light on some of dance's most iconic figures and provide a glimpse into the state of ballet culture today — and the direction it's heading next year and for years to come.

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Misty Copeland launches a program for kids to encourage more diversity in ballet

The Be Bold initiative will be based in New York City. The goal is to teach children ages 8-10 about the basics of ballet and offer other tutoring.

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