Selena

She was an artist, creator, performer and also challenged boundaries in the musical world. She was the first Mexican American singer that was modern and traditional. She united both worlds and helped bring Tejano music into the mainstream. Her name was rising but her sudden death broke it. As is the norm with a talented, charismatic young performer is lost too quickly and is buried, many mourned the greatness that she could not yet reach. The fans have worked hard throughout the years to preserve her legacy. The tragic death of Selena by a shooter triggered the outpouring of emotions within Latino communities that is comparable the way people reacted following the death of Elvis Presley and John Lennon's. Selena is a hugely popular Latino musician across North America, Selena's music has influenced many people across different cultures. Selena might have been described by many as an Latina Madonna, but she's still a fantastic role model. Selena's values of family life offstage and her participation in AIDS awareness campaigns are exemplary.