Selena

The singer-songwriter was also a, singer-performer, and designer who broke down barriers in the industry. Her dual role as an Mexican American star was both conventional and modern. She introduced Tejano to mainstream fame with her innovative approach. Her untimely death splintered her growing popularity and, like many times when a glowing, charming superstar dies young, she caused many to grieve her unrealized potential. The fans have worked hard throughout the years to preserve her legacy. Her tragic death in a shooting triggered a response in the Latino community that was similar with the reactions to the death of Elvis Presley or John Lennon. Selena was an extremely well-known Latino artist throughout North America. Her music transcended cultural barriers and touched the hearts of younger and more mature adults. A flamboyant sexy stage performer frequently referred to as the Latina Madonna Selena was nonetheless thought of as a role model on stage she was a family-oriented involved in anti-drug initiatives as well as AIDS awareness programmes.