Chris PĆ©rez
Acting
Chris PĆ©rez is an American guitarist, songwriter and author best known as lead guitarist for the Tejano band Selena y Los Dinos. He married the frontwoman of the group, "Queen of Tejano Music" Selena Quintanilla, on April 2, 1992. PĆ©rez grew up in San Antonio, Texas as one of two children of Gilbert PĆ©rez and Carmen Medina. In 1986, he joined Shelly Lares' band. By the late 1980s, PĆ©rez was respected among Tejano musicians for his guitar skills. This caught A.B. Quintanilla's attention; at the time, Quintanilla was seeking another guitarist for the band he produced, Selena y Los Dinos. Following Selena's death in 1995, PĆ©rez took time off from his career and moved back in with his parents. In 1998, he formed a band with his friend John Garza, named The Chris PĆ©rez Band. The band's debut album went on to win a Grammy in 2000 for 'Best Latin Rock, Urban, or Alternative Album.' In 2012, PĆ©rez published 'To Selena, With Love,' that storied their relationship and struggles. The book was met with praise by critics and fans.
