Suzette Quintanilla Biography

Suzette Quintanilla whose full name is Suzette Michelle Quintanilla is a Texas native who served as the drummer for her family band alongside her sister Selena, father Abraham Quintanilla and brother A.B. Quintanilla III. She is one of the third children of Abraham and his wife, Marcella Samora.

American musician and actress, Suzette Quintanilla. SOURCE: San Antonio Express-News

The actress and producer was a drummer for the family band until the group stopped playing after Selena's tragic death. Quintanilla and her family, however, have moved on from the death of their beloved family member. After all, it's been more than 24 years. Suzette still misses her sister though and continues to honor him.

Suzette Quintanilla's Married Life With A Son

Suzette Quintanilla shares a blissful married life with her husband of more than 25 years, Bill Arriaga with whom she tied the knot in the September of 1993. The love birds celebrated their 26th anniversary this year, as of 2019.

Suzette Quintanilla takes a selfie with husband Bill Arriaga. SOURCE: Instagram (suzettesyld)

Only last year, Suzette shared an adorable selfie alongside husband on the occasion of the couple's 25th wedding anniversary. The couple is also blessed with a son who they named Jovan Arriaga and welcomed in March 1998.

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Jovan is the only child of Suzette and Bill. As for the producer, she likes to claim herself as the proud mother of Jovan. Matter of fact, she regularly updates every small and big accomplishment of her son on social media.

Suzette Quintanilla and husband Bill Arriaga on their wedding day. SOURCE: Pinterest

Not to mention, because of his parent's celebrity status, Jovan has been able to encounter a lot of top-notch celebrities in Hollywood including Jennifer Lopez, Alex Rodriguez and more. Besides, he is also a proud nephew of Selena as he looks up to his late aunt as an inspiration.

What Does Suzette Do Today?

In the meantime, the proud sister and mother carries the legacy of Selena and operates the Selena Museum which is located in Corpus Christi, Texas, the hometown of the Quintanilla family.

Suzette Quintanilla smiles at the wax figure of Selena at Madame Tussauds. SOURCE: Pinterest

Fans and visitors of Selena can get to see the belongings of the singer including attires, awards, cars, and other memoirs placed inside the museum. Besides running the museums, Suzette also attends ceremonies and venues where her sister is paid tribute to.

In 2017, Suzette attended the Madame Tussauds in New York where a new wax figure of Selena was unveiled. The producer herself officiated the event. Besides, she also graced her present at Selena's Walk of Fame in November 2017. She also looks after the cosmetic company established for Selena of her likeness.

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In her early days, Suzette played the drum for her family band, Selena y Los Dinos. Along with the Tejan band that consisted of Selena, her father, and brother, Suzette traveled across the states for concerts and even won several awards. The band paid a tribute to Selena in 2005.

Suzette is also the sister in law to Selena's then widower husband, Chris Perez with whom the singer eloped after the disapproval of their relationship by Abraham. Perez is a close friend to A.B. who introduced him to the band.

Quick Facts: Suzette Quintanilla

• Quintanilla is a Latino by ethnicity.
  
• She is friends with JLO, Becky G, and J Balvin.
• Suzette has a net worth of $1 million.
• The dark-haired drummer owns a pet named Lola.
• Suzette loves tacos.

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