Selena Quintanilla a beloved Tejano music star, shocked the fans because of her unexpected passing. Fans around the corners of the world are seeking answers to her loss. It is not just the loss of the music community but also of the fans. Her murder spread widespread speculation and controversies around the corner of the world.
Let’s find out the complex motives of Yolanda behind her intention of murdering Selena. Let’s take a deep dive into the various theories and statements surrounding why Yolanda Saldivar killed Selena.
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Selena Quintanilla
April 16, 1971 Lake Jackson, Texas, U.S.
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| Died | March 31, 1995 (aged 23)
Corpus Christi, Texas, U.S.
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| Cause of death | Murder (gunshot wound) |
| Burial place | Seaside Memorial Park, Corpus Christi, Texas, U.S. |
| Monuments | Mirador de la Flor |
| Other names | Selena Quintanilla-Pérez |
| Alma mater | Pacific Western University (BBA) |
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| Spouse |
Chris Pérez
(m. 1992) |
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Who Was Selena Quintanilla Perez?
Selena Quintanilla Perez was born on April 16, 1971, in Lake Jackson, Texas, U.S., and passed away on March 31, 1995, at the young age of 23 in Corpus Christi, Texas, U.S. She was a popular American singer, professionally known as Selena. She was one of the most celebrated Mexican-American entertainers of the late 20th century because of her contribution to music and fashion.
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Her clothing choices also captured the attention of people and various media outlets started calling her “Tejano Madonna.” Her name was also listed as the “Greatest Latino Artists of All Time” in the 2020 Billboard Magazine. She is well-recognized for launching the Tejano genre into the mainstream market.
What Happened to Selena Quintanilla?
Selena’s father, Abraham Quintanilla, gave Yolanda access to the fan club of the singer in San Antonio, Texas. In such a short period, the group surged to thousands of members. Furthermore, she became the manager of Selena’s boutique too.
At the boutique, she was responsible for business checking accounts but she failed to provide paychecks and Abraham suspects Yolanda was engaged in stealing money from both including fan club and the boutique. Yolanda was fired but she was in contact with the singer because, at that time, she still had some financial paperwork.
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Selena wanted to clear every document that was left with Yolanda so she decided to meet her at a Days Inn in Corpus Christi. On that day, Yolanda brought a gun with her and shot her. According to the information provided by a witness, Yolanda pointed the gun at her while Selena was running and chased her, as well as called her a “bitch”
Selena was so courageous that she finally went to reach her home in such a bad condition. Later on, she died because of losing blood in the hospital. Before proceeding further, take a look at the sudden death of Juan Gabriel.
Who Was Yolanda Saldívar?
Yolanda Saldívar was born on September 19, 1960. She is an American former nurse who came into the eye of the public for what she has done in the past. She was convicted of murdering Tejano musician Selena Quintanilla-Pérez in 1995. She was also the president of Selena’s fan club and the manager of her boutiques.
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| Born | September 19, 1960 (age 63)
San Antonio, Texas, US
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| Criminal status | Incarcerated at Patrick O’Daniel Unit in Gatesville, Texas |
| Conviction(s) | First-degree murder of Selena |
| Criminal penalty | Life imprisonment (minimum of 30 years) |
Later on, she lost the position of working under Selena because of her lawsuit for murdering Selena at that time when her parents found out that she was stealing money misappropriate method from both organizations. She got life imprisonment but there are chances of her parole after 30 years. Check out, MF Doom’s untimely death.
Why Did Yolanda Saldivar Kill Selena Quintanilla?
Many people believed Yolanda killed Selena out of jealousy or as revenge for being fired. However, in a 1995 interview with ABC’s 20/20, Yolanda claimed that she did not kill Selena intentionally. She said, “They made me out to be a monster, and I just want to say, I did not kill Selena. It was an accident, and my conscience is clear.”
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Yolanda further stated that Selena had not informed her of the dismissal before their meeting at the motel. Yolanda claimed that she pulled out a gun and threatened to commit suicide if Selena insisted on staying. Allegedly, Selena tried to calm the situation by closing the motel door and engaging in a private conversation.
She added, “And when she was walking to the door, she was going at an angle, and I told her, ‘Don’t close the door.’ And in that instant, the gun went off. I didn’t feel safe. It was my self-defense that if anything came my way, I was going to protect myself. I was fearful.” Explore, the cause of O.J. Simpson’s passing.
Conclusion
The murder of Selena Quintanilla by Yolanda Saldívar due to jealousy, betrayal, or revenge for being dismissed from her position. She claimed that the shooting was accidental but the reports state that it was intentionally done.
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