Abraham Quintanilla Jr., Father of Selena and Keeper of Her Legacy, Has Passed Away

iSkyNews and Media December 13, 2025

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By Staff Reporter

iSkyNews.com (ISC News) – Published December 13th, 2025

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Abraham Quintanilla Jr., Father of Selena and Keeper of Her Legacy, Has Passed Away

Abraham Quintanilla Jr., the devoted father of music legend Selena Quintanilla-Pérez and a key figure behind her rise to stardom, has passed away. He was 85 years old.

Born in 1939, Quintanilla Jr. was more than just Selena’s father — he was her biggest believer, protector, and guiding force. A former musician himself, he helped form Selena y Los Dinos and worked tirelessly behind the scenes to manage the band, book performances, and push through barriers in an industry where Tejano music was often overlooked.

Those close to the family say Quintanilla Jr. recognized Selena’s talent early on and made it his mission to give her every opportunity to succeed. His dedication paid off as Selena became one of the most influential Latin artists of all time, breaking records and cultural barriers before her life was tragically cut short in 1995.

In the decades following Selena’s death, Quintanilla Jr. devoted himself to preserving her legacy. From overseeing music releases to maintaining the Selena Museum in Corpus Christi, Texas, he remained a steady presence for fans around the world who continue to honor Selena’s memory.

The cause of Quintanilla Jr.’s death has not been publicly released.

News of his passing has sparked an outpouring of love and condolences from fans, artists, and members of the Latino community, many of whom credit him with helping bring Tejano music into the national spotlight.

Funeral arrangements and additional details have not yet been announced.

This is a developing story.
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