Selena

She was a performer as well as a designer, and music innovator. She was at once contemporary and traditional, an Mexican American who brought the two worlds in a unique way. Much like when an incredibly bright and genial star passes away far too early, her untimely demise caused her to lose the popularity she had been gaining. A lot of mourners reacted to her potential, which was untapped. As a result fans were inspired throughout time to dig their heels even harder working to ensure her successes are not forgotten. Selena is the Tejano singer who fatally shot dead in a shooting accident, has sparked a Latino reaction that can be likened to the reaction to the deaths of Elvis Presley and John Lennon's death. A hugely popular performer throughout Latino communities across North America her music crossed borders of culture to impact the lives of children and old alike. Selena was a hot glamorous performer on stage that was frequently referred to by her as the Latina Madonna. Off-stage Selena was an outstanding role model, as she actively participated in antidrug and AIDS campaigns.