Selena

She was a musician, creator, performer and also challenged boundaries in the musical world. She was a an American-Mexican traditional star who bound together both worlds in a singular way--and brought amazing Tejano music to a mainstream audience. The tragic loss of her life shattered her rise in popularity, and as often happens when a glowing, charming singer dies too young, it caused many to grieve all the untapped potential. In the years since, her admirers have worked even harder to keep in mind what she's achieved. The tragic shooting death of Tejano singer Selena has triggered a response within the Latino community which can be compared to the reactions to the deaths of Elvis Presley and John Lennon. Selena's music, the singer who was wildly successful in Latino communities throughout North America touched people young and old. An edgy, sexy stage actress sometimes hailed as Selena the Latina Madonna Selena was nonetheless considered a role model for Off-stage, she was also a family oriented involved in anti-drug initiatives and AIDS awareness programs.