Key Insights
- Legacy of Selena: Selena Quintanilla’s impact continues to resonate over three decades after her passing.
- Upcoming Documentary: The Netflix documentary Selena y Los Dinos will introduce her story to a new generation.
- Family Tribute: Selena’s family honors her memory and emphasizes her lasting influence through music.
- Chris Pérez’s Remembrance: Her husband Chris Pérez shares how he still feels her presence in his life.
Selena Quintanilla may be gone, but more than 30 years after her death, her legacy remains as powerful as ever. The Queen of Tejano Music — who died on March 31, 1995, after being fatally shot by Yolanda Saldívar — continues to be celebrated through hits like “Como La Flor,” “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom,” and “No Me Queda Más,” as well as through the countless artists she inspired. In 2025, her story is being introduced to an entirely new generation through the upcoming Netflix documentary Selena y Los Dinos, created in partnership with her family and featuring rare, never-before-seen footage from her life and career.
To mark the passage of three decades, Selena’s family has publicly honored her memory, sharing, “Selena’s light continues to shine through her timeless music, her infectious spirit, and the love she gave to her fans… We honor her today, tomorrow, and always.” Their message came shortly after the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles denied Yolanda’s request for release — a decision supported by Selena’s loved ones, including her husband, Chris Pérez, who continues to speak about how deeply he still feels her presence.
To learn more about who Selena was survived by, keep reading below to learn more about her family and Chris.
Who Are Selena’s Parents?
Abraham Quintanilla is the father of Selena and her two siblings, Suzette and A.B. Quintanilla, whom he shares with their mother, Marcella Ofelia Quintanilla. Abraham had a background in music, having been a member of the band Los Dinos.
Selena Quintanilla’s Siblings
A.B. Quintanilla III, born Abraham Isaac Quintanilla, is the eldest sibling of Selena and Suzette. He was the band’s music producer, songwriter, and bassist. Suzette, the middle child, played the drums in the band.
Who Was Selena’s Husband?
Chris Pérez was Selena’s husband. The two met while performing in Selena y Los Dinos, where Chris played the guitar. While Abraham initially disapproved of their relationship, he eventually accepted it after Selena and Chris secretly tied the knot.
