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Chicago Tribune
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Today in History: Selena killed by president of singer's fan club
Today is Monday, March 31, the 90th day of 2025. There are 275 days left in the year. Today in history: On March 31, 1995, Tejano music star Selena, 23, died after being shot by Yolanda Saldívar, the president of Selena's fan club, who was found to have been embezzling money from the singer. Also on this date: In 1492, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain issued the Alhambra Decree, an edict expelling Jews from Spanish soil, except those willing to convert to Christianity. In 1854, Japan and the United States signed the Treaty of Kanagawa, which opened two Japanese ports to American vessels and marked the beginning of Japan's transition away from isolationism. In 1918, the United States first observed daylight saving time, moving clocks ahead one hour. In 1931, Notre Dame college football coach Knute Rockne, 43, was killed in the crash of a TWA plane near Bazaar, Kansas. In 1968, at the conclusion of a nationally broadcast address on Vietnam, President Lyndon B. Johnson stunned listeners by declaring, 'I shall not seek, and I will not accept, the nomination of my party for another term as your president.' In 1993, actor Brandon Lee, 28, was accidentally shot to death during the filming of a movie in Wilmington, North Carolina, when he was hit by a bullet fragment that had become lodged inside a prop gun. In 2004, four U.S. civilian contractors were killed by Iraqi insurgents in Fallujah, Iraq; frenzied crowds then dragged the burned, mutilated bodies and hanged two of them from a bridge. In 2005, Terri Schiavo, 41, died at a hospice in Pinellas Park, Florida, 13 days after her feeding tube was removed in a wrenching right-to-die court battle that began in 1998. In 2022, scientists announced they had finished fully sequencing the human genome, the full genetic blueprint for human life. Today's Birthdays: Actor William Daniels is 98. Actor Richard Chamberlain is 91. Actor Shirley Jones is 91. Musician-producer Herb Alpert is 90. Actor Christopher Walken is 82. Sen. Angus King, I-Maine, is 81. Former Vice President Al Gore is 77. Actor Rhea Perlman is 77. Rock musician Angus Young (AC/DC) is 70. Hockey Hall of Famer Pavel Bure is 54. Actor Ewan McGregor is 54. Actor Brian Tyree Henry is 43. Filmmaker Chloé Zhao is 43. Musician-producer Jack Antonoff is 41.
Forbes
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
30 Years Later: Telemundo Special Honors Selena As Her Killer Is Denied Parole
Telemundo two-part special "Siempre Selena: 30 años de su Muerte" (Always Selena: 30 Years After Her ... More Death) will celebrate her life, music and legacy. Thirty years after her tragic death, Selena, known during her lifetime as the Queen of Tejano music, continues to draw millions of adoring fans to her music and life story. This weekend, Telemundo honors her legacy with a two-part special, Siempre Selena: 30 años de su Muerte (Always Selena: 30 Years After Her Death). The special will celebrate her life, music, and the enduring impact of the beloved artist, while also revisiting the events surrounding her untimely death. Selena was murdered at age 23 on March 31, 1995. Already a charismatic star with multiple Spanish-language hits, she was on the verge of crossing over into English-language pop superstardom at the time of her death. Dreaming of You, her critically acclaimed album featuring the English-language hit "I Could Fall in Love," was released posthumously. Selena was fatally shot by Yolanda Saldívar, the founder of her fan club, who was recently denied parole on Thursday, March 27. Currently serving her sentence in a Texas prison, Saldívar is scheduled for another parole review in 2030. Selena at the Houston Astrodome on February 26, 1995, where she did her final performance before ... More her murder the following month. (Photo by). An undated photo of Yolanda Saldívar, serving a life sentence for the murder of Selena. (Texas Department of Criminal Justice via AP) Hosted by Jessica Carrillo and Lourdes Stephen, the tribute program will air live on Saturday, March 29, from 8 to 9 pm ET, and continue on Sunday, March 30, from 4 to 6 pm ET. For the special, Carrillo traveled to Selena's hometown of Corpus Christi, Texas, to visit the neighborhood where the iconic singer was born and the site of her tragic death. The special will feature interviews with stars such as Jennifer López, who portrayed Selena in the 1997 biopic written and directed by Gregory Nava, as well as Ana Bárbara, Carin León, Lucía Méndez, Pete Astudillo, and Yuri. Selena's brother, AB Quintanilla, will also make a special appearance to reflect on his sister's extraordinary musical career and unveil a never-before-seen musical performance dedicated to her memory. Selena has been honored with multiple tributes since her passing. Among them: she was featured on a commemorative U.S. postage stamp in 2011, received a Google Doodle commemorating her solo debut album released on October 17, 1989, and was awarded a posthumous star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017. In addition to the 1997 film, a family-approved telling of her life was brought to the screen by Netflix in 2020, with Christian Serratos starring as the late singer in Selena: The Series. Telemundo's tribute to Selena doesn't end with the two-part special. Throughout the week, the network's daytime programs will feature special coverage dedicated to Selena's life and music, culminating in a broadcast of the iconic biographical film Selena, starring Jennifer López, on Saturday, April 5, at 8 pm ET.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Yahoo
1 hurt after Thursday shooting in Baton Rouge, officials say
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — One person was hurt in a Thursday afternoon shooting in Baton Rouge. According to emergency medical services, one person was taken to a local hospital after a reported shooting near the intersection of Pembroke Street and 70th Avenue. The victim's condition is currently unknown at this time. No further information was immediately available. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Baton Rouge Police Department at 225-389-4869 or Crime Stoppers at 225-344-7867. Yolanda Saldívar, killer of Tejano music icon Selena, denied parole 1 hurt after Thursday shooting in Baton Rouge, officials say Battle over proxy voting for new parents intensifies in House GOP High-profile ICE arrests of Tufts, Alabama students spotlight growing Trump sweep AP journalists testify over White House revoking access Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Selena's Killer Yolanda Saldívar Denied Parole 30 Years After Singer's Death
A board in Texas has denied parole for Yolanda Saldívar, the 64 year-old woman who killed Selena Quintanilla-Perez on March 31 in 1995. Just days away from the 30th anniversary of Quintanilla's death, Saldívar, who fatally shot the Mexican-American music pioneer after a confrontation in a motel in Corpus Christi, was denied parole due to the violent nature of the killing. She will have the opportunity for another parole review in March of 2030, confirmed the Texas Board of Pardons and Parole on Thursday. More from Variety Selena's Killer Yolanda Saldívar Files for Parole, Begins Review Process Selena Quintanilla's Teenage Vocals Get a 2022 Upgrade in 'Moonchild Mixes' Selena Quintanilla Estate Shares New Version of 'Como Te Quiero Yo a Ti,' Reveals Posthumous Album Release Date 'The record indicates that the instant offense has elements of brutality, violence, assaultive behavior or conscious selection of victim's vulnerability indicating a conscious disregard for the lives, safety, or property of others, such that the offender poses a continuing threat to public safety.' Saldívar was the president of Selena's fan club and the manager of her line of boutiques, Selena, Inc., when she shot and killed the singer, was 23 at the time of her death. Saldívar was charged with first-degree murder, and was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 30 years. Selena continues to impact modern-day pop culture, and most recently was at the center of the Isabel Castro-directed documentary, 'Selena Y Los Dinos,' which premiered at Sundance and SXSW. ''Selena y Los Dinos' delves into the life and enduring impact of Selena Quintanilla, the Queen of Tejano music,' according to the film's official synopsis. 'Through never-before-seen archival footage, personal photographs, and heartfelt interviews, the film paints a vivid portrait of Selena's journey from a young girl in Corpus Christi to an iconic superstar whose voice continues to resonate across generations. Told through the eyes of her devoted family and bandmates, this film reveals the relentless efforts they have made to honor her memory and preserve her legacy. 'Selena y Los Dinos' not only celebrates her remarkable talent but also highlights the resilience and love of a family determined to ensure that Selena's light never fades.' Best of Variety What's Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week The Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read This Year: From Chelsea Handler to Anthony Hopkins
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Selena's Family ‘Grateful' for Killer's Denied Parole: ‘Nothing Can Bring Selena Back'
Selena Quintailla's family is thankful to see the Tejano icon's murderer stay behind bars. In a statement to Rolling Stone Thursday, Selena's family and partner Chris Pérez shared their gratitude for the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles' decision to deny Yolanda Saldívar's parole request. 'Today, we are grateful that the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has chosen to deny parole for Yolanda Saldívar,' the statement read. 'While nothing can bring Selena back, this decision reaffirms that justice continues to stand for the beautiful life that was taken from us and from millions of fans around the world far too soon.' More from Rolling Stone Selena's Killer Yolanda Saldívar Will Not Be Released, Denied Parole Del Records CEO Guilty of Violating Kingpin Act for Working With Cartel-Linked Promoter Menendez Brothers' Resentencing Bid Opposed by New Los Angeles DA Saldivar — who was convicted of murdering Selena in a Corpus Christi hotel room on March 31, 1995 — is serving a life sentence and may request another parole review in 2030. The panel — comprising three people — cited the 'nature of the offense' as the reason for denying Saldívar's early release. Saldívar has maintained that she shot Selena by accident and that she planned to use the gun on herself. 'Selena's legacy is one of love, music, and inspiration,' Selena's loved ones wrote in their statement. 'She lived with joy, gave selflessly, and continues to uplift generations with her voice and her spirit. As her family and loved ones, we remain committed to preserving her memory and ensuring that her story is honored with the dignity and respect it deserves.' The statement, also shared by Selena's sister Suzette on Instagram, concluded by thanking Selena's fans for being a 'source of strength and healing' through the last 30 years. 'We will continue to celebrate Selena's life — not the tragedy that took her from us — and we ask that all who cherish her do the same,' the statement read. Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
