Selena

She broke through the barriers of the music business in her roles as a performer, singer as well as a designer. She was at once contemporary and traditional, an Mexican American who brought two worlds in a distinct method. Her sudden passing which shattered her rising reputation. This is what happens to many stars who die far too young. Fans have worked harder through the years to preserve her legacy. Her tragic murder by a gunman caused an outpouring of emotion in Latino communities, similar with the reaction to the deaths of Elvis Presley as well as John Lennon's. Selena was a hugely popular singer among Latinos in North America. But her music was a hit with both the young and the old. Selena is a flamboyant sexy performer, sometimes referred as Latina Madonna. She's also an admired role model since off stage Selena has an attitude of family and active is involved in anti-drug campaigns.