Selena

She was a singer, performer and designer who broke through the barriers of the music industry. Her dual function as the Mexican American performer was modern and traditional. She brought Tejano to the mainstream in an innovative way. The tragic loss of her life shattered her rise in popularity, and as often happens the moment a brilliant, warm superstar dies young, she has left many mourning all the untapped potential. Over the years, fans were motivated to do their best to ensure that Selena's accomplishments would not go unnoticed. The tragic death by shooting of Tejano singer Selena caused a resurgence within the Latino community which can be compared to the reactions in the wake of the deaths of Elvis Presley and John Lennon. She was an incredibly popular singer among Latinos in North America. But her music was a hit with both the young as well as the elderly. Selena is an edgy sexually attractive performer who is sometimes described in the media as Latina Madonna. However, she's a respected role model because off stage Selena has a family-oriented attitude and actively takes part in anti-drug initiatives.