Parole Denied for Selena Quintanilla’s Killer Yolanda Saldívar

The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles ruled that Saldívar remains a public safety threat, with her next parole review set for 2030.

Yolanda Saldívar, convicted of murdering Tejano music star Selena Quintanilla in 1995, was denied parole on March 27, 2025, by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles.
The board cited the brutality of the crime and Saldívar's continued threat to public safety as reasons for the denial.
Selena's family expressed gratitude for the decision, stating it reaffirms justice for the singer's life and legacy.
Saldívar, who has maintained the shooting was accidental, will remain in protective custody in a Texas prison until her next parole review in 2030.
Selena's legacy continues to inspire through her music, cultural impact, and numerous tributes, including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and a biopic.