Selena Day - April 16
Wed, Apr 16, 2025

A memorial day honoring an icon of Hispanic popular music, a singer who achieved worldwide popularity and brought Mexican-influenced music into the mainstream, is celebrated on April 16. This day is known as Selena Day and is a significant event for fans. Selena went down in history as an outstanding performer whose life was tragically cut short in a hotel lobby. She received a fatal wound in the back from a woman who was the head of her fan club. Irregularities came to light when Selena demanded to see the financial reports. On Selena Day, we remember her best songs and pay tribute to her as a talented, creative personality.

History

This holiday was established in 1995 by a decree from U.S. President George W. Bush. Selena’s album *Dreaming of You* conquered the Billboard 200 chart, and she is recognized as the most commercially successful singer in the Latin music segment. Born in 1971 in Texas to Jehovah’s Witnesses, Selena’s musical abilities manifested early in her childhood. She sang and performed with youth groups, and later became involved in the fashion industry, authoring her own clothing line and creating attractive images through makeup artistry.

How to Take Part

Watch the movie *Selena*, starring Jennifer Lopez, which is dedicated to the life and career of the singer. It was released by Warner Bros. in 1997. In 2018, Netflix created a series about Selena, and eight documentaries have been produced about her life and legacy.

  1. Listen to her most popular tracks and immerse yourself in the rhythms and lyrics. Selena’s discography includes dance compositions that uplift the spirit.
  2. Trace the influence of Madonna and Janet Jackson on Selena’s work, evident in her music videos, clothing style, and dancing.
  3. Visit the Selena Museum in her hometown of Corpus Christi, Texas. The museum houses memorabilia and personal collections of exclusive rarities.

Although English was always Selena’s first language, she often sang in Spanish to promote her distinctive culture through pop music.

When is Selena Day in 2025?

Selena Day is observed on April 16 each year.

Observations

Weekday Month Day Year
Wednesday April 16 2025
Thursday April 16 2026
Friday April 16 2027
Sunday April 16 2028
Monday April 16 2029

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