Selena

She was a performer also a fashion designer and a music innovator. The Mexican-American singer was also traditional. She was the first to bring Tejano into the mainstream of music. In the same way that many people mourn a star who has died far too young, her death was untimely and shattered a growing career. Fans have struggled over the years in order to preserve her legacy. Selena, the Tejano performer who tragically shot to death during a shooting incident, sparked an Latino response that could be thought of as similar to the reactions to Elvis Presley's and John Lennon's deaths. Selena was a hugely well-known Latino singer throughout North America. Her music transcended the boundaries of culture and touched the hearts of both young people and older adults. Selena might have been described by many as the Latina Madonna, however she is still a great character model. Selena's values of family life offstage as well as her involvement with AIDS awareness efforts provide a great example.