A ballerina who once was a guest performer on “Dancing with the Stars” died at 29. Michaela Mabinty DePrince appeared on DWTS in 2012 during “AT&T’s Spotlight Performance.”
The Family Shared a Beautiful Tribute in Revealing the Dancer’s Death
On September 13, the dancer’s family revealed the heartbreaking news via her Instagram page. “Rest in Power: Ballerina Michaela Mabinty DePrince,” the caption began.
“With pain in our hearts, we share the loss of star ballerina Michael Mabinty DePrince, whose artistry touched countless hearts and whose spirit inspired many, leaving an indelible mark on the world of ballet, and beyond,” the family wrote.
The caption continued, “Her life was one defined by grace, purpose, and strength. Her unwavering commitment to her art, her humanitarian efforts, and her courage in overcoming unimaginable challenges will forever inspire us.”
Michaela Mabinty DePrince Overcame Significant Challenges During Her Short Life
The family’s Instagram post about DePrince’s death noted, “Her life was one defined by grace, purpose, and strength.”
As CBS News shared, the ballerina was born in Sierra Leone. She lived in an orphanage for some time before an American couple adopted her.
DePrince attended the American Ballet Theatre’s Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School. She later danced for the Dance Theatre of Harlem as a principal dancer. DePrine went on to dance for the Dutch National Ballet and the Boston Ballet as well.
The family did not disclose a cause of death for the former “Dancing with the Stars” performer.
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