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Male dance students defy gender roles

by | Sep 11, 2019 | Latest

After a controversial comment arose on “Good Morning America” three weeks ago, artists across the country are speaking up in defense of men who dance. And some Wylie students are joining the national conversation.

GMA host Lara Spencer made the comment in question on Thursday, Aug. 22. While discussing Prince George’s curriculum, she mentioned that he particularly enjoys ballet, laughing and warning that Prince William will “see how long that lasts.”

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By Morgan Howard • [email protected]

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