Selena

Her career included being a performer, singer-performer, and designer who broke through boundaries in the music industry. She was the first Mexican American singer who was traditional yet modern. She brought together both worlds and brought Tejano music into the mainstream. Her sudden passing that destroyed her profile. This is what happens to a lot of stars who die far too young. In the years since, her admirers are working even more to never forget the achievements she has achieved. The tragic shooting death of Tejano singer Selena caused a resurgence in the Latino community that can be compared to the reactions to the deaths of Elvis Presley and John Lennon. Selena's music, a singer who was hugely successful throughout Latino communities across North America touched people young as well as old. Selena is a flamboyant and sexy performer. She's often referred to as Latina Madonna. But, she's also considered a role model to be reckoned with because off stage Selena has an attitude of family and active participates in anti-drug programs.