Selena Quintanilla-Pérez

Selena Quintanilla-Pérez

singer United States

Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, popularly known as Selena, was a renowned American singer, songwriter, and fashion designer, often referred to as the 'Queen of Tejano Music.' Born on April 16, 1971, in Lake Jackson, Texas, she gained immense popularity in the 1990s for her vibrant music and charismatic performances, which helped to popularize Tejano music beyond its regional roots. Tragically, her life was cut short when she was murdered by Yolanda Saldívar, her former fan club president, on March 31, 1995. Selena's legacy continues to influence artists and resonate with fans worldwide, solidifying her status as a cultural icon.

Born on Apr 16, 1971 (54 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
8,774
Power
72$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Dominican Republic 1 9.00 0.07% +10% 10,847,910 8,774 $89,000 72$
Totals 1 10,847,910 8,774 $89,000 72$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was a Latin pop star who was fatally shot by Yolanda Saldívar in 1995. 9

Fox News: Selena Quintanilla's killer denied parole

Dominican Republic Dominican Republic: Selena was one of the first Mexican-Americans to enter the mainstream music scene and was on the verge of crossing over to the English pop market when she was murdered. 9

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889: Niegan libertad condicional a Yolanda Saldívar, asesina de Selena

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Selena rose to fame and won a Grammy in the early 1990s when Tejano music was booming. 9

BBC: Yolanda Saldívar denied parole 30 years after Selena murder conviction

United States United States: Selena was a Tejano music legend who was fatally shot in 1995. 9

CNN: Selena’s killer, Yolanda Saldívar, has been denied parole