Selena

She broke through the barriers of the music industry by performing, singing as well as a designer. The Mexican-American singer was she was also a traditional. She brought Tejano into the mainstream of music. It was her sudden death that shattered the rising star's reputation. This is what happens to many stars who pass away too early. Fans have struggled through the years to preserve her legacy. The tragic death by shooting of Tejano singer Selena caused a resurgence within the Latino community which can be likened to the death of Elvis Presley and John Lennon. The most well-known Latino artist in North America, Selena's music has influenced many people across different cultures. Selena might have been described by some as the Latina Madonna, however she's still a fantastic character model. Selena's family values off stage as well as her involvement with AIDS awareness programs provide a great example.