Selena & Chris Pérez
Amor prohibido, the Tejano anthem
The Queen of Tejano and her band's guitarist defied her father Abraham's disapproval and eloped on April 2, 1992; she was murdered on March 31, 1995, at 23.
01Why it matters
It is the most iconic Latina love story in the United States, immortalized in the album "Amor Prohibido" and the film "Selena."
02The conflict
The opposition of Selena's father to the relationship.
03The iconic moment
The secret elopement to marry, against everything.
04What survived
The album "Amor Prohibido"; the film "Selena" (1997, Jennifer Lopez); the Netflix documentary (2025).
05What to watch, read & listen
06Where to travel
07Frequently asked questions
Why is the story of Selena & Chris Pérez famous?
It is the most iconic Latina love story in the United States, immortalized in the album "Amor Prohibido" and the film "Selena."
How does the story of Selena & Chris Pérez end?
The secret elopement to marry, against everything. The album "Amor Prohibido"; the film "Selena" (1997, Jennifer Lopez); the Netflix documentary (2025).
Where can you visit the story of Selena & Chris Pérez?
You can visit Mirador de la Flor, in Corpus Christi. Her memorial and the Selena Museum.
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