Selena

She was a musician, creator, performer and also set new boundaries in the music world. Her character as an Mexican American star was both conventional and modern. She brought Tejano into the mainstream through her ingenuity. Her untimely death splintered her rise in popularity, and it is what happens often when a glowing, charming star dies far too young has left many mourning all the untapped potential. In the following years, people were encouraged to push themselves harder to make sure that Selena's accomplishments would not go unnoticed. The tragic death by shooting of Tejano singer Selena has triggered a response within the Latino community which can be compared to the reactions to the deaths of Elvis Presley and John Lennon. Selena is a hugely popular Latino artist in North America, Selena's music has touched many lives across cultures. Selena might have been described by some as the Latina Madonna, but she is still a great role model. Selena's family values off stage as well as her involvement with AIDS awareness programs make her a good example.