Where Is Yolanda Saldívar Now? Inside the Prison Life of Selena’s Killer

Warning: This post includes references to suicide, mental illness, self-harm, and acts of violence, including murder.

On March 31, 1995, the music industry and Tejano fans were horrified by the murder of Selena Quintanilla‑Pérez, who was shot and killed by the head of her own fan club, Yolanda Saldívar. The senseless tragedy left a lasting void in the music scene as it derailed a promising crossover career and forever reshaped the way Selena’s legacy.