Selena

She broke down barriers within the music business by performing, singing as well as a designer. She was a an American-Mexican traditional singer who brought together the two genres with a unique approach. She also brought incredible Tejano music to a mainstream crowd. In the same way that there are many who mourn a superstar who has died far from their prime, the death of her was untimely and shattered the progress of her career. In order to prevent her achievements from becoming forgotten, many fans over the last few time have been inspired to achieve more. Selena, the Tejano singer who tragically killed by a gunshot accident caused a Latino reaction that can be thought of as similar to the reactions to Elvis Presley's and John Lennon's death. Selena was a hugely loved singer by Latinos throughout North America. But her music touched both the young as well as the elderly. Selena was a hot glamorous performer on stage and was often called the Latina Madonna. In her off-stage life, Selena was also an outstanding role model, as she participated actively in antidrug and AIDS campaigning.