Mexican-American actress Noemi Gonzalez grew up in California admiringSelena Quintanilla Perezfrom afar.
“I am feeling so blessed and touched.
“Our cast and crew worked so hard to help bring Selena to a new generation.
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“Oh, that was on my mind!
“We’re gonna go on tour after!
Especially when Selena was at her big concerts, we had to be on an empty soundstage.
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That’s why I’m pumping them up so we can get together when this is all done.
We will do anything to support Selena’s legacy after the show, too.
It would be such a fun opportunity to connect with the fans in person in the distant future.”
It’s also one of Gonzalez' favorites.
“That scene was written so beautifully byMoises Zamora.
“We spent time getting to know each other before we shot it and it made such a difference.
We connected, both our characters and individually, in womanhood, both supporting and celebrating women.
I’m part of that fanbase, as well,” she explains.
“It means so much to me to tell this story and to share it with a new generation.
There were so many moments where I was caught off guard and I thought I was seeing Selena.
Sharing scenes with her where we’re dressed in these iconic looks really blew my mind.
Coincidence or not, it filled her heart with pride.
I really felt this moment was a gift from the universe.
This opportunity has been such a blessing for me to share with fans and the Quintanilla family.
I have no shame to admit how emotional I can get, I’m a Cancer.
Especially when it comes to Selena, my love for her runs deep.”
This interview was edited and condensed for length and clarity.
