Selena

She was singer performer designer and broke down barriers in the music industry. She was Mexican-American, but still traditional. She was the first to bring Tejano into mainstream music. Her sudden passing that shattered the rising star's profile. That's what happens to a lot of stars who pass away too early. Since then, her fans have been working harder to never forget the achievements she has achieved. The tragic shooting death of Tejano singer Selena spawned a reaction in the Latino community that could be compared to the reactions in the wake of the deaths of Elvis Presley and John Lennon. Selena is a hugely popular Latino musician across North America, Selena's music has touched many lives across different cultures. An edgy, sexy stage actress frequently referred to as the Latina Madonna Selena was nonetheless considered a role model for off-stage she was family oriented involved in anti-drug initiatives and AIDS awareness programs.