Selena

She is a performer, designer and a music pioneer. She was a Mexican American artist who represented both tradition and modernity. Her work also helped to bring Tejano music to the forefront. Her untimely death splintered her growing popularity and, like many times the moment a brilliant, warm star dies far too young left many to mourn all the potential she had not yet tapped into. Fans have worked harder over the years in order to preserve her legacy. Selena was the Tejano artist who was tragically shot to death as a result of a shooting accident sparked a Latino response that could be thought of as similar to the reactions in the wake of John Lennon's death. Selena was a wildly popular Latino singer across North America. Her music transcended the boundaries of culture and brought joy to both young people and older adults. Selena was a hot and vibrant stage performer that has been referred to as Latina Madonna was a model offstage. She participated in anti-drug efforts.