Misty Copeland took to Facebook to address comments from Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank about Donald Trump.
This week, Plank praised Trump on CNBC as a man who "wants to build things."
I think he's highly passionate. To have such a pro-business President is something that is a real asset for the country. People can really grab that opportunity. He loves to build I don't think there's any surprises here. When you look at the president he wants to build things. He wants to build things he wants to make bold decisions and be really decisive. I'm a big fan of people that operate in the world of publish and iterate versus think, think, think, think, think. So there's a lot that I respect there.
Copeland, who has been an Under Armour spokeswoman for two years, spoke out on the controversial remarks.
I have always appreciated the great support and platform that Under Armour has given me to represent my community, gender, and career on the world stage. However, I strongly disagree with Kevin Plank's recent comments in support of Trump as recently reported. Those of you who have supported and followed my career know that the one topic I've never backed away from speaking openly about is the importance of diversity and inclusion. It is imperative to me that my partners and sponsors share this belief. I have spoken at length with Kevin privately about the matter, but as someone who takes my responsibility as a role model very seriously, it is important to me that he, and UA, take public action to clearly communicate and reflect our common values in order for us to effectively continue to work towards our shared goal of trying to motivate ALL people to be their best selves.
The prima ballerina isn't the only one of the brand's ambassadors who didn't take Plank's comments lightly. NBA Player Stephen Curry also denounced the statement.