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Yolanda Saldívar could seek parole 30 years after Selena’s murder

Mar 13, 2025 | Entertainment

March 13, 2025

Nearly 30 years after the tragic murder of Selena Quintanilla, Yolanda Saldívar, the former president of her fan club, continues to insist that the shooting was an accident. Saldívar, now 62, is serving a life sentence but may become eligible for parole in March 2025. She claims that public pressure influenced her conviction and considers herself a “political prisoner.”

In recent interviews, she has maintained her innocence and expressed remorse, though many fans remain unconvinced. If granted parole, concerns over her safety may prompt her to relocate from Texas or even the U.S. Regardless of the outcome, Selena’s legacy endures, and her impact on the Latino community remains profound.

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