Misty Copeland Shares She Welcomed Her First Child Three Months Ago

The American Ballet Theater's Principal ballerina began receiving fame as one of the very few Black ballerinas. In 2015, she made history as American Ballet Theater’s first Black principal dancer and she has danced for many others such as the legendary artist Prince. Her career literally takes place center stage, but when it comes to her personal life, Misty tends to be more private. In other words, don’t expect to see much of her son.

"My personal life I've really kept pretty private my whole career," she shared.

"Definitely with my son, I wouldn't have him probably be on camera for anything. But when it comes to my career and what I'm doing, I'm really open."

The Firebird author has also gushed about her husband and how he has been a big help during her transition into motherhood. "It's never easy, but I wouldn't be able to do it without having a support system," she explained. "My husband is incredible and he's an amazing dad. He's been there for me throughout my entire career to help me to be able to balance those things."

"But you have to make sacrifices. I'm not at big events every night and out partying and going to dinners. I have to make sacrifices to be able to do all the things that I want to do."

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