What happens when a life intersects with extraordinary talent and unimaginable tragedy? Marcella Ofelia Quintanilla's journey is a testament to resilience, love, and the enduring legacy of her daughter, Selena Quintanilla.
Marcella Ofelia Quintanilla, an American citizen of Mexican and Cherokee descent, was born Marcella Ofelia Samora on July 17, 1944. The Quintanilla family's world was forever altered on March 31, 1995, when Selena, the youngest of their three children, was murdered by Yolanda Saldvar. Selena, a highly influential and beloved figure in the Tejano music scene, had achieved international fame before her untimely death. Her birth took place on April 16, 1971, at Freeport Community Hospital in Freeport, Texas. Selena's father, Abraham Quintanilla Jr., born on February 22, 1939, in Corpus Christi, Texas, was not only a musician, songwriter, and record producer but also Selena's manager throughout her career. He began his music journey as a member of the singing group, the Dinos.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Marcella Ofelia Samora Quintanilla |
| Birth Date | July 17, 1944 |
| Birth Place | United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Mexican and Cherokee Descent |
| Occupation | Homemaker |
| Known For | Mother of Selena Quintanilla |
| Spouse | Abraham Quintanilla Jr. |
| Marriage Date | June 8, 1963 |
| Children | Abraham Isaac Quintanilla III, Suzette Michelle Quintanilla, Selena Quintanilla |
| Selena's Birth Date | April 16, 1971 |
| Selena's Birth Place | Lake Jackson, Texas |
| Father | Abraham Quintanilla Jr. (Musician, Songwriter, Producer, Manager) |
| Siblings | Suzette Quintanilla, A.B. Quintanilla III |
| Legacy | Mother of Selena, supporter of Selena's legacy. |
| Reference Link | SelenaQuintanilla.com |
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