Selena

She was a designer, singer and performer who broke through the barriers of the industry of music. She was both traditional and modern, a Mexican American who united the two worlds together in a distinctive manner. As is often the case of a brilliant and charming star dies far too early and unexpectedly, it shattered her growing profile. People mourned the entire extent of the potential that was not fully realized. In order to prevent her achievements from becoming forgotten, many fans over these past few years have been motivated to achieve more. Selena's shooting death sparked an emotional response within the Latino community that is similar in a way to Elvis Presley, and John Lennon. The music of Selena the singer who was wildly successful throughout Latino communities across North America touched people young and old. Selena was a sexy and flamboyant stage performer and was often called her as the Latina Madonna. Off-stage Selena was an outstanding role model, as she actively participated in antidrug and AIDS campaigns.