Selena

She broke through the barriers of the music industry in her roles as a performer, singer and designer. Her function as an Mexican American star was both traditional and contemporary. She introduced Tejano to the mainstream with her innovative approach. She was a rising star but her sudden death broke it. As is the norm with a talented, charismatic young performer is lost too quickly, many mourned the potential she was yet to attain. Fans have struggled throughout the years to preserve her legacy. Selena was the Tejano performer who tragically shot to death by a gunshot accident caused the Latino response that could be likened to the reaction to Elvis Presley's and John Lennon's death. She was an incredibly well-known singer for Latinos across North America. But her music was a hit with both the young and old. Selena, a sexy and flamboyant stage performer, who was often referred to as Latina Madonna was the model on stage. She participated in antidrug efforts.