Selena

She was a singer, performer and designer and broke down barriers in the music industry. She was Mexican-American, but also traditional. She brought Tejano to mainstream culture. Her tragic death cut a hole in her rising profile and as often happens the moment a brilliant, warm superstar dies young, she left many to mourn all the untapped potential. Fans have worked harder through the years to preserve her legacy. The tragic shooting death of Selena caused a reaction in the Latino Community that was comparable to reactions following the deaths of Elvis Presley or John Lennon. A hugely popular Latino performer throughout North America, Selena's music has touched many lives across cultures. Selena is a flamboyant sexy performer, sometimes referred as Latina Madonna. She's also an admired role model since on stage, Selena exhibits an amiable and family-focused attitude. She also actively is involved in anti-drug campaigns.