Abraham Isaac Quintanilla Jr., the father of Tejano superstar Selena, died Saturday at the age of 86, according to sources including his son A.B. Quintanilla, who announced the news on Instagram. His passing comes as fans remember Selena on the anniversary of her murder.
Death and Legacy
Quintanilla, born in 1939, began his musical career with Los Dinos in 1956. After discovering Selena’s talent, he formed Selena y Los Dinos, a trio with her two older siblings, which propelled her to Tejano stardom in the late 1980s.
Selena’s Tragic Loss
Selena was murdered at 23 on March 31, 1995, by Yolanda Saldívar, the former head of her fan club, who is serving a prison sentence for the crime.
Posthumous Projects
Following Selena’s death, Quintanilla served as executive producer of a biographical film about her life, in which he was portrayed by actor Edward James Olmos.
Key Takeaways
- Abraham Quintanilla Jr. died at 86 on Saturday.
- He founded Selena y Los Dinos and helped launch Selena’s solo career.
- He produced the biopic in which he was portrayed by Edward James Olmos.
His passing marks a significant moment for fans, as Monday coincides with the 30th anniversary of Selena’s death.
