Ballerina Breana Drummond nominated for Pride of Australia for dedication to dance

SYDNEY dancer Breana Drummond’s parents feared she would never have a normal life after being born with five holes in her hear as well as congenital heart disease. But she has defied her destiny and landed a career she has always dreamt of.

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SYDNEY dancer Breana Drummond is defying her destiny.

Now 17, Drummond was born with five holes in her heart and congenital heart disease.

Her parents feared that she may never live a normal life.

Breana Drummond’s parents were scared she wouldn’t live a normal life. Picture: Supplied

She had to overcome a number of heart surgeries. Picture: Supplied

She won numerous awards for her dancing. Picture: Supplied

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She is now being hailed on of the country’s most talented young ballerinas.

“I had major surgeries, there were serious complications, but I feel so lucky to be healthy today and to be able to dance,” Drummond said.

“Hopefully I will have a career in ballet, I have dreamt of it since I was three.”

She has been hailed as one of Australia’s most talented dancers. Picture: Justin Lloyd

Training seven days a week, Drummond has already represented Australia in competitions

For her dedication and achievements Drummond is a nominee for a 2018 Pride of Australia Award.

For more information or to nominate someone, go to: prideofaustralia.com.au.