Selena

She was a singer, performer and designer who broke through the barriers of the industry of music. Her character as the Mexican American singer was traditional and contemporary. She helped bring Tejano into the mainstream with her innovative approach. She was a rising star whose untimely passing splintered it. And as is common with a talented, charismatic and young musician is lost too quickly and is buried, many mourned the greatness that she had yet to reach. The fans have worked hard over the years in order to ensure that her legacy is kept alive. Selena is the Tejano artist who was tragically killed by a gunshot accident has sparked the Latino reaction that could be likened to the reaction to John Lennon's death. She was an incredibly loved singer by Latinos throughout North America. But her music was a hit with both the young and old. A flamboyant sexy stage performer frequently referred to as the Latina Madonna Selena was nonetheless seen as a role model Off-stage, she was also a family oriented involved in anti-drug initiatives and AIDS awareness programs.