Selena

She was a designer, singer and performer and broke down barriers in the world of music. She was Mexican-American, but still traditional. She introduced Tejano to mainstream culture. As is often the case when an incredibly bright and genial star passes away in a hurry and unexpectedly, it has thrown her profile into a quagmire. Many mourned all of its untapped potential. In order to prevent her accomplishments from being forgotten many of her fans in the past times have been motivated to go further. The death of Selena triggered an emotional response within the Latino culture that can be likened in a way to Elvis Presley, and John Lennon. A hugely popular performer within Latino communities across North America her music crossed cultural boundaries to touch people young as well as old. A flamboyant sexy stage performer sometimes hailed as the Latina Madonna Selena was nonetheless considered a role model for Off-stage, she was also a family oriented involved in anti-drug initiatives as well as AIDS awareness campaigns.