Selena

She was a designer, singer and performer and broke barriers in the industry of music. The dual nature of her role as an Mexican American performer was modern and traditional. She helped bring Tejano into the mainstream by inventing new ways. She was a rising star but her sudden death broke it. And as is common the case when a talented, charismatic and young performer dies too soon, many mourned her potential she was not yet reached. Fans have been prompted over through the years to dig the dirt even harder to ensure that her achievements remain unnoticed. The tragic death by shooting of Tejano singer Selena caused a resurgence within the Latino community that could be likened to the death of Elvis Presley and John Lennon. Selena was a hugely loved Latino singer throughout North America. Her music transcended all cultural boundaries and was loved by youngsters and adults. Selena is an sexy and stunning performer in the stage and has been compared with the Latina Madonna. In addition, she's a role model to families, active in the fight against drugs as well as AIDS awareness efforts.