My life is proof that no matter what situation you're in, as long as you have a supportive family, you can achieve anything.

- Michaela Deprince

Never be afraid to be a poppy in a field of daffodils.

- Michaela Deprince

I'm still trying to change the way people see black dancers that we can become delicate dancers, that we can be a ballerina.

- Michaela Deprince