Abraham Quintanilla Jr., the father and longtime manager who helped shape Selena's career and safeguarded her legacy for three decades after her death, has died at age 86. The news was announced by his son, A.B. Quintanilla III, who posted a photo of his father on Instagram to confirm the loss. As Selena's father and first manager, Quintanilla played a pivotal role in launching the Tejano icon's rise to fame and guiding her legacy in the years that followed. His passing marks the end of a chapter in Latin music history while underscoring his lasting impact on fans and artists inspired by Selena's trailblazing career.