Selena

She broke down barriers within the music business as a singer, performer and designer. She was a Mexican American singer that was modern and traditional. She united both worlds and helped bring Tejano music into the mainstream. Her sudden passing that shattered the rising star's reputation. It happens to a lot of stars who die too young. As a result fans are enthused over through the years to dig and work harder to make sure her accomplishments are not forgotten. Selena's tragic death by shooting caused a reaction in the Latino Community that was comparable to reactions following the deaths of Elvis Presley or John Lennon. Selena's music, an artist who was hugely success in Latino Communities across North America touched people young as well as old. Selena, a sexy and glamorous stage performer who is sometimes referred to as Latina Madonna was a model offstage. Selena was also active in antidrug efforts.