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Abraham Quintanilla Jr., the father and former manager of the legendary Tejano singer Selena, passed away on Saturday morning at the age of 86.
His son, A.B. Quintanilla III, confirmed the news in a heartfelt Instagram post, stating that he shared the update with a heavy heart.
Abraham Quintanilla Jr. played a pivotal role in the music industry.
He formed the band Selena y Los Dinos and guided his daughter’s meteoric rise to fame.
After the tragic murder of Selena in 1995, Abraham Quintanilla Jr. dedicated his life to preserving her memory and protecting her legacy.
He often spoke about his role as a protector, noting that he remained suspicious of the world to keep his children safe.
Furthermore, the Nueces County Medical Examiner notified the public that they do not intend to investigate the death.
Officials found no signs of foul play or trauma, and they have already released the body to a funeral home.
While the family has not yet shared an official cause of death, they are receiving a wave of support from fans worldwide.
Abraham Quintanilla Jr. leaves behind his wife, Marcella Quintanilla, and two children, A.B. Quintanilla III and Suzette Quintanilla.
Fans remember him as the man who believed in Selena’s talent when record labels initially doubted a young female singer.
However, his determination helped her sign her first contract in San Antonio, which launched one of the most significant careers in music history.
