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But never forgot where she came from. now she's reaching out to girls in neighborhoods like the one where she grew up, inspiring them to follow their dreams. her story tonight in our spotlight. ♪ >> reporter: amid the gritty streets of oakland, california, an eye-catching beauty. a ballerina. >> can you guys say tandu? >> tandu. >> reporter: young girls in awe. >> i want to be a ballerina when i grow up. >> reporter: aesha ash was a premier ballerina for 13 years, joining the s v y challenging. it was very isolating. it was lonely. >> reporter: after she retired, she wanted to helpth barrier...

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Listen to me, to tell me that i'm not alone and that we are going to be okay. >> reporter: patients banning together online to create their own cancer moon shot. dr. john torres, nbc news, colorado springs. we're back in a moment with the controversy being kicked up over the world famous rockettes.

The radio city rockettes have high-stepped into a bit of controversy. the dance troupe is now scheduled to perform at donald trump's presidential inauguration and their union is disputing reports that some will be forced to perform over their objections. the union says a small number of rockettes are contractually obligated to perform at events, but their management company agreed to make all participation in the inauguration voluntary. now to a lost and found tale that captures the spirit of the season tonight. a reunion that anybody who's ever had a best friend they take