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Yolanda Saldívar Up for Parole 30 Years After Selena’s Murder

Yolanda Saldívar, convicted of murdering Latin music icon Selena, is eligible for parole for the first time after serving 30 years.

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  3. 30 years after music icon Selena's murder, Yolanda Saldívar is up for parole. Here's what to know

    Her superstardom arrived in the early 1990s, with her unique blend of Tejano, pop, cumbia and other musical styles manifesting in huge hits like “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom,” “Como la Flor,” “Amor Prohibido,” “No Me Queda Mas” and “Tu Solo Tu.”

    30 years after music icon Selena's murder, Yolanda Saldívar is up for parole. Here's what to know

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Updated: Mar 26th, 2025, 6:18 PM ET

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Yolanda Saldívar, who murdered Tejano singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez 30 years ago, is up for parole for the first time. The board will vote on her case soon. Selena's legacy endures as a trailblazer in Latin music, and her family may weigh in on the parole decision. Saldívar was sentenced to life in prison, with Texas law providing the option for parole after 30 years. As the case progresses, the families and victims are notified, while decisions are made independently by the parole board without public hearings.

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  • Yolanda Saldívar is eligible for parole after serving 30 years for the murder of Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, a significant figure in Latin music.

  • The parole process involves various steps, including reviews from parole officers and a decision made by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles, with input from victims' family members.

  • Selena's legacy remains influential in music, particularly in Latin pop, and her tragic end has continued to spark discussions about her life and impact.

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