Selena

She broke down barriers within the music industry by performing, singing as well as a designer. She was at once traditional and modern, a Mexican American who brought two worlds in an unique way. It was her sudden death which shattered her rising image. That's what happens to a lot of stars who die too young. Since then, her fans are working even harder to not forget what she's accomplished. Selena's tragic death by shooting triggered a response in the Latino Community that was comparable with the reactions to the death of Elvis Presley or John Lennon. The music of Selena, a singer who was hugely successful in Latino communities throughout North America touched people young as well as old. Selena was a sexy glamorous performer on stage who was sometimes referred to by the Latina Madonna. On stage, Selena was an excellent role model since she actively participated in antidrug and AIDS campaigning.