American singer-songwriter (1971–1995) Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, known mononymously as Selena, was an American singer-songwriter, fashion designer and business owner. Known as the "Queen of Tejano Music", she is known for her contributions to popular music and fashion, which made her one of the most celebrated Mexican-American entertainers of the late 20th century. Media outlets called her the "Tejano Madonna" for her clothing choices. She also ranks among the most influential Latin artists of all time and is credited for catapulting the Tejano genre into the mainstream market. 994,756 views on October 17, 2017 — Wikipedia's most-read article that day. Also most read: List of Initial D episodes, Trailblazer Project, Harvey Weinstein, John Dunsworth. Wiki link