Selena

Her career included being a performer artist, designer and singer who broke through boundaries in the music industry. She was at once an American-Mexican traditional star who bound together both worlds in a singular way--and delivered amazing Tejano music to an affluent public. Her sudden passing which shattered her rising profile. This is what happens to a great many celebrities who die too young. Through the years, her people were encouraged to push themselves harder in order to ensure that her accomplishments would not go unnoticed. The tragic shooting death of Tejano singer Selena caused a resurgence within the Latino community that could be compared to the reactions to the deaths of Elvis Presley and John Lennon. A hugely popular performer throughout Latino communities across North America her music crossed borders of culture to impact people young and old alike. Selena is a flamboyant sexy performer, sometimes referred in the media as Latina Madonna. But, she's also an admired role model since she is offstage and has an attitude of family and active is involved in anti-drug campaigns.