Quick Info
| Profession | Singer, Songwriter, Model, Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur, Actress |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 16/04/1971 |
| Age | 23 years (died on 31, Mar, 1995) |
| Birthplace | Lake Jackson, Texas |
| Date of Death | 31/03/1995 |
Latest News about Selena Quintanilla
17/11/2025
A new Netflix documentary titled 'Selena y Los Dinos' premiered on November 17, 2025, recounting the rise of Selena and her family band from performing at restaurants and quinceañeras to selling out stadiums. The series provides an unscripted look into her life, successful solo career, and enduring legacy three decades after her tragic murder.
30/03/2025
Yolanda SaldĂvar, the woman convicted of murdering Selena in 1995, was denied parole on March 30, 2025, almost exactly 30 years after Selena's death. SaldĂvar had become eligible for parole in early 2025 but was denied release and continues serving her life sentence in a maximum-security prison outside Dallas.
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Bio/Wiki
| Other Name | Selena Quintanilla-PĂ©rez |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College/University | Pacific Western University |
| Educational Qualification | Major in Business Administration |
Personal Life
| Religion | Jehovah's Witness |
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| Ethnicity | Mexican (Paternal) & Cherokee (Maternal) |
| Address | 705 Bloomington St. Corpus Christi, TX 78405 |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Husband | Chris PĂ©rez |
| Marriage Date | 02/04/1992 |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | Chris PĂ©rez |
Family
| Father | Abraham Quintanilla Jr. (Musician) |
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| Mother | Marcella Ofelia Quintanilla (née Samora) |
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Career
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Favourites
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| Song | Black Cat by Janet Jackson |
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| Cartoon Characters | Tom & Jerry |
| Flower | White Roses |
| Perfume | Boucheron |
| Lipstick | Brick of Chanel |
| Color | Black |
Style Quotient
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Selena was initially going to be named 'Marc Anthony' before she was born. | |
| 2. She was inspired to pursue a career in music after watching Michael Jackson perform. | |
| 3. Her musical talent was recognized by her father when she was young. | |
| 4. Selena gained popularity and signed with Freddie Records. | |
| 5. She founded her own clothing line and opened boutiques under the name Selena Etc. | |
| 6. She organized a charity baseball game to raise funds for various charities. | |
| 7. Selena was actively involved in philanthropic efforts, supporting organizations like Toys for Tots. | |
| 8. Her family band used a refurbished bus named 'Big Bertha' as their tour bus. | |
| 9. Dreaming of You (1995) was the first predominantly Spanish-language album to top the Billboard 200 chart. |