Selena

She broke down barriers within the world of music by performing, singing as well as a designer. She was a contemporary and traditional a Mexican-American singer who brought together the two worlds in a singular way--and provided amazing Tejano music to a mass public. Similar to how there are many who mourn a superstar who passed away from their prime, the death of her was not a good time and ended a growing career. Her fans have been working more to never forget the achievements she has achieved. Selena was the Tejano singer who tragically shot to death during a shooting incident, caused an Latino reaction that can be thought of as similar to the reactions to John Lennon's deaths. The singer was extremely popular in Latino communities throughout North America her music crossed borders of culture to impact people young and old alike. A flamboyant sexy stage performer frequently referred to as the Latina Madonna Selena was nonetheless seen as a role model off-stage she was family oriented involved in anti-drug initiatives as well as AIDS awareness programs.