A former professional ballerina, Betty passed on both her red hair and her natural grace to Dairine.

Growing up, North had aspirations of becoming a professional ballerina.

Diana also excelled in swimming and diving, and longed to be a professional ballerina with the Royal Ballet.

This toe was covered with satin, like a professional ballerina's.

She was the first professional ballerina to appear in England (1702-3).

Something that is pretty much impossible ... to become a professional ballerina in a year and half.

Mary Ann Lee (1823-1899) was one of America's first professional ballerinas.

She practiced classical ballet for 10 years from age 6 into her teenage years and dreamed of becoming a professional ballerina.

She never did become a professional ballerina, however.

He has danced with many professional ballerinas since his career.