Selena Quintanilla died 30 years ago. In a new interview, her husband Chris Pérez revealed what life is like without her.

Pérez, fans and musicians continue to celebrate her life, music and legacy. Dana Cortez, host of The Dana Cortez Show on Mix 96.5, said Selena’s influence has lasted across generations, inspiring countless artists and fans.

The former walk-on and Gators team manager for three years was wide-eyed in an interview with ESPN Gainesville’s Talia Baia in the locker room. Billionaire entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban voiced concerns over a potential economic crisis brewing in rural America,

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,

Girls point to Selena Quintanilla-Perez as a symbol of empowerment who unflinchingly embraced her culture and identity.

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.

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

Selena's legacy lives on through her work and ongoing tributes.