Ballerina Michaela Mabinty DePrince dies aged 29 – video obituary

Michaela Mabinty DePrince, a trailblazer and inspiration to many in the ballet world, has died at 29. Subscribe to Guardian News on YouTube ► DePrince went from being an orphan in war-torn Sierra Leone to performing with Beyoncé. A spokesperson announced her death on her Instagram page on Friday, saying: ’Her life was one defined by grace, purpose, and strength.’ No cause of death has yet been reported Trailblazing ballerina Michaela Mabinty DePrince dies at 29 ► Michaela Mabinty DePrince: a life in pictures ► The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ► Sign up to the Guardian’s free new daily newsletter, First Edition ► htt