Abraham Quintanilla Jr. Passes Away: Selena's Father & Legacy Guardian
Update: 2025-12-13
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Abraham Quintanilla Jr., the father and manager of Tejano music icon Selena, has passed away at 86. He played a pivotal role in shaping her career and preserving her legacy after her tragic death. Quintanilla, a former member of the Dinos, formed Selena y Los Dinos, a family band that launched Selenas rise to fame. He navigated the male-dominated Tejano music scene, booking shows, and overseeing their development. After Selenas murder, Quintanilla became the chief guardian of her legacy, serving as an executive producer on the biographical film Selena and founding the Selena Foundation.
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