Ninette De Valois was a prominent British dancer and choreographer, born on June 6, 1905, in London. She is best known for founding the Royal Ballet in 1931, which became one of the leading ballet companies in the world. De Valois played a crucial role in developing ballet in the United Kingdom and was instrumental in bringing classical ballet to a wider audience. Throughout her career, De Valois created numerous ballets and worked with many notable dancers and choreographers. She was also a key figure in establishing the Royal Ballet School, nurturing the next generation of ballet talent. Her contributions to dance have left a lasting legacy in the world of ballet.