Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was a famous American singer, songwriter, actress, model, spokesperson, businesswoman, and fashion designer. On 16th April 1971, she was born in Lake Jackson, Texas. In 1981 Quintanilla, Jr. opened his first Tex-Mex restaurant, Papa Gayo’s, where Selena and her siblings often performed.
Bio
She was first discovered by the founder of the Tejano Music Awards and received the Female Vocalist of the Year Awards in 1987 and for nine following years after.
She was referred to as the “Queen of Tejano music” due to her music and fashion industry contributions; plus, Billboard named her in the magazine as the greatest female Latin artist of all time.
She was one of the most celebrated and well-known Mexican-American entertainers of the late 20th time. On the morning of 31st March 1995, Yolanda Saldívar as manager of Selena’s boutiques shot her with a .38 special revolver. On 1st April, Bayfront Plaza in Corpus Christi, Texas, held a vigil in which almost 40,000 fans passed by Selena’s casket.
Body Measurements(Height, Weight)
- Weight: 57 kg or 126 lbs
- Height: 5 feet 5 inches or 165 cm
- Shoe Size: 7 US
- Bra Size: 40C
- Body measurement: 35-25-37 inches
Further critical details of the actress:
- Date of Birth: 16th April 1971
- Age (at death): 23 years
- Nationality: American
- Horoscope: Aries
- Eye color: Dark brown
- Spouse/boyfriend: Chris Perez
Tragic Death
In 1995, Selena was tragically killed at the age of 23 by Yolanda Saldívar, the president of her fan club. The news of Selena’s death sent shockwaves through the music world and devastated her fans around the world. In the years since her passing, Selena’s music and legacy have continued to live on, inspiring new generations of fans and musicians.
FAQs
Q: Who is Selena Quintanilla?
A: Selena was an American singer, songwriter, actress, and fashion designer. She was born on April 16, 1971, in Lake Jackson, Texas, and was widely known as the "Queen of Tejano Music." Selena's music and influence continue to be celebrated to this day.
Q: What kind of music did Selena Quintanilla make?
A: Selena made Tejano music, which originated in Texas and combined elements of traditional Mexican music with country and western music. Her music also incorporated pop, R&B, and other genres.
Q: What was Quintanilla’s most famous song?
A: Selena Quintanilla had many popular songs throughout her career, but her most famous song is "Como La Flor," released in 1992.
Q: When did Quintanilla die?
A: Selena was tragically killed on March 31, 1995, at 23. She was shot by Yolanda Saldívar, the former fan club president, who was later convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison.
