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Chris Pérez: Honoring Selena's Legacy Decades Later
14 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Chris Pérez formed a Grammy-winning band after Selena's death.
- He wrote songs about his late wife, Selena Quintanilla-Pérez.
- Pérez honored Selena's memory in a memoir and Netflix documentary.
The recent death of Abraham Quintanilla Jr. has reignited interest in the life of Tejano music icon Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, particularly her husband, Chris Pérez. Pérez, who joined Selena's band in 1990, has navigated life after Selena's untimely passing in 1995 with enduring devotion.
Despite his grief, Pérez continued his musical career, forming the Chris Pérez Band, which earned a Grammy in 2000. He penned heartfelt tributes to Selena, including a song on the acclaimed album. Pérez also married and had two children before divorcing in 2008, but has consistently stated Selena remains a significant part of his life.
He has openly shared his enduring love and memories of Selena in his 2012 memoir and was featured in the 2025 Netflix documentary. Pérez acknowledges Selena's profound influence, stating she taught him invaluable lessons about expressing love and appreciation.
