Selena

She was a singer, performer and designer who broke through the barriers of the music industry. Her dual character as a Mexican American singer was classic and modern. She brought Tejano to the mainstream in an innovative way. Much like with a bright and amiable star is lost in a hurry the tragic loss of her life shattered the growing popularity of her. People mourned the entire extent of the potential that was not fully realized. The fans have worked hard over the years in order to maintain her legacy. The tragic shooting death of Tejano singer Selena caused a resurgence in the Latino community that can be seen as similar to the death of Elvis Presley and John Lennon. The singer was extremely popular within Latino communities throughout North America her music crossed cultural boundaries to touch the lives of children as well as old. The flamboyant and sexy stage actor often referred to as Selena the Latina Madonna Selena was nonetheless seen as a role model her family. Off stage, she was engaged in anti-drug efforts as well as AIDS awareness campaigns.