Selena has been cited as an inspiration by contemporary stars including Becky G, Jennifer Lopez and Karol G, not to mention fellow Texan Selena Gomez.

And yet, in that time, it feels as though her legacy as the “Queen of Tejano” never faded away. One can try to measure her impact in the tangible: in the number of posthumous albums sold, in multiple documentaries,

In the 30 years since her tragic death, the Tejano queen’s star has never shone brighter, inspiring millions of Latinos and a whole new generation of artists.

Monday marks 30 years since singer and songwriter Selena Quintanilla was shot and killed in Corpus Christi, Texas. Her killer was denied parole last week. Fans, including a couple in Colorado, continue to remember the "Queen of Tejano" through her music and special events hosted by the Chicano Humanities & Art Council.

Perez was fatally shot 30 years ago by Yolanda Saldívar, the former president of her fan club and manager of her boutiques.