Oprah on Misty Copeland's Final Performance

Oprah reflects on the experience of watching Misty Copeland's final performance, saying:

"What an honor to have seen it, to have felt it, and to carry the imprint of that moment forward."

She had agreed to be co-chair for the American Ballet Theatre fall gala to see Misty Copeland dance, which was a

"wondrous, once-in-a-lifetime experience"

to witness her exceptional gift.

Watching her dance, Oprah felt that

"every movement seemed to transcend technique — it was as though grace itself had taken human form."

A pastor friend, Bishop Walker, shared an insight that resonated with Oprah:

"God deposits greatness in us. What He placed within us was never meant to stay confined to us."

Author's summary: Oprah reflects on Misty Copeland's final dance performance.

Oprah Daily — 2025-10-26