Thirty years ago when Selena Quintanilla died, the world lost a rising star — and a groundbreaking artist.

The Mexican American singer, known as the Queen of Tejano music, was just 23 years old when she was murdered by the president of her fan club and employee Yolanda Saldívar in 1995.

The Texas native captivated audiences in the U.S. and Latin America with her hits “Como La Flor,” “Amor Prohibido” and “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom.” Her signature red lips, long black hair, sultry voice and beloved dance moves have become iconic for fans of the late artist.

Many who were unfamiliar with Selena during the height of her fame became aware of her extraordinary talent when Jennifer Lopez portrayed her in the 1997 biopic, “Selena.”

Now, for the first time since Selena’s death, her family is shari

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