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Abraham Quintanilla, the father of late singer Selena Quintanilla, has died. He was 86.
“It’s with a heavy heart to let you guys know that my Dad passed away today…,” the late singer’s brother, Abraham “A.B.” Isaac Quintanilla, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, December 13, announcing his father’s death. Abraham’s son also shared a photo of his father, wearing rose-colored sunglasses.
The cause of death has not been made public.
Selena’s father married her mother, Marcella Quintanilla, in June 1963. In addition to their famous daughter and A.B., the pair also welcomed daughter Suzette.
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Abraham took on the role of Selena’s manager as her music career took off. Her musical rise was truly a family enterprise, as A.B. played the bass and Suzette played the drums in her band.
In 2021, Abraham shared excerpts from his memoir A Father’s Dream: My Family’s Journey in Music with 3News. He also told the news station of the book, “It has a lot of things in there the public wants to know. Because there’s always been, and now it’s grown even more curiosity about Selena.”
He added, “You have to understand that people have sometimes the wrong image of musicians. But they forget one thing: that being involved in music is also a business, and for me it was a business, it became a business.”
While speaking about the beginning of Selena’s career, Abraham reflected on what the experience was like for the entire family. “At first it was a dream and then within time it became a reality because Selena became one of the leading female artists in the world,” he said
Selena was shot dead in Corpus Christi, Texas, at the age of 23 by her former friend and business associate Yolanda Saldívar, who was also accused of embezzling money from the singer’s business in the months that preceded the shooting.
Coroners ruled the death a homicide despite Saldívar’s claim it was accidental.
Us Weekly obtained the original 1995 report that confirmed that Selena died from a bullet wound to her lower right shoulder. The coroner further confirmed Selena died from “exsanguinating internal and external [bleeding] due to [a] perforating gunshot wound.”
“It is my opinion that Selena Quintanilla Pérez, a 23-year-old woman, came to her death as a result of an exsanguinating internal and external hemorrhage, in other words massive bleeding, due to a perforating gunshot wound of the thorax (chest),” coroner Lloyd White wrote.
Saldívar was charged with first-degree murder and was convicted in October 1995. Despite making a parole request in December 2024, as of November 2025, Saldívar has not been released from custody. Saldívar has served her sentence at a women’s prison in Gatesville, Texas.
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“It was the parole panel’s determination to deny parole to Yolanda Saldívar and set her next parole review for March 2030,” the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles confirmed via a statement obtained by Us.
“While nothing can bring Selena back, this decision reaffirms that justice continues to stand for the beautiful life that was taken from us and from millions of fans around the world far too soon,” the Quintanillas said via Instagram at the time. “Selena’s legacy is one of love, music, and inspiration. She lived with joy, gave selflessly, and continues to uplift generations with her voice and her spirit.”
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….Liverpool 2-0 Brighton…
LONDON-(MaraviPost)-Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has highlighted commitment, patience and steady improvement as key takeaways following his side’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield on Saturday.
A brace from Hugo Ekitike ensured all three points for the Reds and extended their unbeaten run to five matches in all competitions.
The French forward wasted no time in making his mark, opening the scoring inside the first minute before completing his double with a well-timed header from a Mohamed Salah corner midway through the second half.
Slot described the win as a reward for hard work rather than a sudden transformation, brushing aside claims that Liverpool only looked defensively solid because of the clean sheet.
He noted that recent performances had already shown improvement, pointing out that three shutouts in the last five matches offer something tangible to build on after earlier defensive setbacks.
Much of the post-match attention focused on Salah, who returned to the squad after missing the previous outing.
Introduced as Slot’s first substitution, the Egyptian winger made an immediate impact, providing creativity, energy and an assist.
The Liverpool boss insisted that actions on the pitch mattered more than off-field discussions, praising Salah for delivering the kind of performance supporters expect.
Slot also played down suggestions of lingering issues between himself and Salah, stressing that the forward is treated no differently from any other member of the squad.
According to the Dutch coach, internal conversations remain private and selection decisions are made purely on footballing needs.
Salah’s gesture of applauding supporters at full-time was also addressed with Slot emphasizing that the appreciation was collective.
He said the players owed the fans gratitude after a demanding display that required both effort and a slice of fortune to preserve the clean sheet.
Looking ahead, Slot acknowledged the challenge of coping without Salah during the Africa Cup of Nations but welcomed the upcoming schedule, which offers valuable recovery time between fixtures. He remains hopeful the winger will return in good form after the tournament.
Ekitike’s early substitution late in the game was explained as a precaution, with Slot revealing the striker was suffering from cramp.
The coach praised the youngster’s rapid adaptation to the Premier League’s intensity, noting clear progress compared to the start of the season.
Slot concluded by expressing satisfaction with the development of Liverpool’s summer signings, many of whom are still adjusting to the physical and tactical demands of English football.
With confidence growing and performances stabilizing, the Reds appear to be finding momentum at a crucial stage of the campaign.
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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The recent semifinal defeat of Malawi’s Queens to Uganda’s She-Cranes at the Griffin Saenda Sports Complex in Lilongwe was more than just a loss; it was a painful blow to the very heart of Malawian netball pride.
To witness the Queens – once a formidable force feared even by the mighty South African Proteas – capitulate so thoroughly on home soil to a team many still regard as minnows is a bitter pill to swallow.
The venue itself, named after the late Griffin Saenda, a legendary figure who once elevated Malawian netball to unprecedented heights, should have been a fortress. Instead, it turned into a painful reminder of how far the Queens have slipped from their former glory.
For those who remember the halcyon days under Griffin Saenda’s tutelage, the current situation is nothing short of heartbreaking.
Saenda, a coach who sculpted the Queens with limited resources and without the luxury of motivation or modern facilities, managed to build a team that commanded respect and fear across the continent.
The She-Cranes, for all their current strength, would not have dared to challenge the Queens at that time, certainly not on Malawian soil.
The Proteas of South Africa, a powerhouse in African netball, were genuinely wary of the Queens’ tenacity and skill. But today, the narrative has shockingly reversed.
The Queens’ struggles began right from the first quarter of Saturday’s semifinal.
Their inability to maintain possession and convert scoring opportunities was glaringly evident. Uganda’s aggression and disciplined defense dismantled the Queens’ rhythm, leaving them chasing shadows. A 12-8 deficit in the opening quarter quickly ballooned to 24-15 by halftime.
The She-Cranes, seizing momentum with ruthless efficiency, further extended their lead to 37-23 by the third quarter and sealed the game at 46-32 after full time. Such a wide margin of defeat at home, especially in a tournament as prestigious as the African Netball Cup, is both embarrassing and deeply painful for Malawian fans.
This loss at the Griffin Saenda Sports Complex is particularly shameful given the symbolic weight the venue carries.
Named after a man who dedicated his life to nurturing Malawian netball against all odds, the complex should inspire the Queens to rise to their best.
Instead, it has witnessed a humbling defeat that raises uncomfortable questions about the current state of netball in Malawi. One can only imagine how the spirit of Griffin Saenda would react to this outcome.
Known for his relentless pursuit of excellence and his ability to inspire players to perform beyond their limitations, Saenda would likely be devastated by the lack of discipline, resilience, and tactical nous displayed by the Queens.
The late coach’s legacy was built on overcoming hardship.
Saenda worked with meagre resources, often in environments void of adequate funding, training facilities, and even basic motivation for his players.
Yet, the results spoke volumes. Under his guidance, the Queens became a source of national pride, a beacon of hope that united Malawians.
For years, while the Flames – Malawi’s football team – struggled and disappointed despite massive public support, the Queens offered solace and joy.
They were the team that Malawians could rally behind, a symbol that dedication and talent could triumph despite systemic challenges.
Today, however, the Queens seem to be struggling to unlock the secret that Griffin Saenda held so dearly: the combination of discipline, strategic acumen, and an unyielding fighting spirit.
The current squad’s performance suggests a disconnect from those core values.
Losing to Uganda, a team that was once considered a step below Malawi in netball hierarchy, especially on Malawian turf, stings deeply.
It is a stark reminder that the Queens have become a punching bag, a team that is no longer feared but rather exploited by opponents who now see them as vulnerable.
This reversal of fortunes is particularly galling when one considers that Malawi once held a position of dominance in African netball. The Proteas, giants of the sport, were cautious about facing the Queens.
The transformation from a respected powerhouse to a team struggling against rising neighbors is a narrative that demands urgent introspection.
The challenge for Malawi netball administrators, coaches, and players is now to reflect on what has been lost and how to recapture the spirit of excellence that defined the Saenda era.
Looking ahead, the Queens face Zimbabwe in the battle for third place. While this match offers a chance for redemption, it also serves as a critical juncture.
Will the Queens rise to reclaim some dignity, or will they continue to fall deeper into mediocrity?
The answer depends on whether the team and those who lead it can reconnect with the resilience and passion that once made them the pride of Malawi.
The semifinal defeat to Uganda is not just a match lost; it is a reflection of a deeper malaise afflicting Malawian netball.
The loss at the Griffin Saenda Sports Complex is a symbolic defeat that challenges the very identity of the Queens.
It calls for a revival rooted in the principles that Griffin Saenda championed: hard work, strategic discipline, and an unbreakable spirit.
Only by embracing these values can the Queens hope to shed the image of a punching bag and reclaim their rightful place atop African netball.
Until then, the pain of this loss will linger as a stark reminder of what once was and what could be again.
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