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Fans of Selena Quintanilla Perez, legendary Tejano music icon, pay tribute through social media to commemorate her 25 years in the industry since she was shot and killed according to a recently published article.

25 years after the legendary Tejano music icon was shot and killed by the president of her fan club, she is still one of the most celebrated performers around the globe. With the achievements and awards that she had at her young age, it is not a question anymore why she was loved and admired.

Every year on her death anniversary, Selena's fans would gather either in front of her museum in Corpus Christi in Texas, near her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, or in front of the concert hall, where people first heard Selena performing her iconic song, "Bidi Bidi Bom Bom."

 

However, because of the threat brought by COVID-19 and the restrictions of mass gatherings to control the spread of the virus, Selena's fans cannot carry on with their tradition this year. But this did not hinder them not to commemorate the life and success of Selena Quintanilla Perez.

Selena's family has planned a concert through their family company Q Productions to commemorate the death of the legendary Tejano music icon. The show was supposed to take place on May 9 at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. Renowned Latino and Latina celebrities were also supposed to perform, but this might not happen this year because of the present situation.

Since people are forced to stay at home, fans who wanted to commemorate Selena's talent and achievements poured their support through social media. Suzette Quintanilla, Selena's sister, led the memorials by posting a white rose with the name of her sister.

In Suzette's official Facebook account, she wrote: "To a beautiful person who lives on...WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU! #SELENA25."

 

Some of her fans posted on social media as well. One wrote: "25 years since this gorgeous soul gained her angel wings. We all miss you so much, my love...#Selena25 #SelenaQuintanilla #Selena"

Another fan also wrote: "It's been 25 years since we lost a legend and an icon. I hope she rests in peace, knowing that she changes the lives of Chicanos who feel out of society. As a little gay boy growing up in California, she was the one that helps me connect to my Hispanic heritage. RIP SELENA #Selena25."

Many were very excited to commemorate Selena's success in the music industry 25 years after her death through a concert. However, just recently, the family decided to cancel the show due to the restrictive protocol brought about by COVID-19.

Meanwhile, Selena also helped Jennifer Lopez to have her breakthrough in the industry. After Lopez played the role of Selena's life in a movie in 1997, she became even more popular than she already was.

In her recent Instagram post, she wrote: "Join me today in #CelebratingSelena. I can't believe it's been 23 years since this incredible movie came out and 25 years since her passing. Selena was such an inspiration to me, and I was so lucky to be chosen to play her. As an artist, this movie truly was an experience I'm going to remember for the rest of my life."

In this period of isolation, everyone misses their daily routine. However, you can still enjoy staying in your house by watching the movie about the life of Selena Quintanilla, starring Jennifer Lopez. Or have some time listening to her songs. 

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