A.B. Quintanilla Files Lawsuit Against Sister, Family Company Over Selena Legacy Profits
Selena's brother, A.B. Quintanilla, has filed a lawsuit in Texas against his sister, Suzette Quintanilla Arriaga, and the family's company, Q Productions, alleging they have failed to pay him his full share of profits derived from the late Tejano singer's…

Denver, CO, September 11, 2026 — A legal dispute has emerged within the family of iconic Tejano singer Selena, as her brother, A.B. Quintanilla, has initiated a lawsuit in Texas. The suit names his sister, Suzette Quintanilla Arriaga, and the family entity, Q Productions, as defendants.
The core of the legal action centers on allegations that A.B. Quintanilla has not received his complete share of profits generated from the enduring legacy and various entertainment properties associated with the late Selena. Specific details regarding the exact amount of profit allegedly withheld or the precise nature of the entertainment properties were not provided in the initial report.
The lawsuit was filed in Texas, a state with significant ties to the Quintanilla family and the career of Selena. Q Productions has historically managed aspects of Selena’s estate, including music, merchandise, and other ventures that continue to generate revenue years after the singer’s tragic death.
The filing does not specify when A.B. Quintanilla first raised these concerns prior to the lawsuit, nor does it detail the timeline over which the alleged profit discrepancies have occurred. Information regarding the legal strategy or demands of A.B. Quintanilla has also not been publicly disclosed.
Representatives for Suzette Quintanilla Arriaga and Q Productions have not yet issued a public statement regarding the lawsuit. The legal proceedings are expected to unfold in a Texas court, where the parties will present their respective arguments concerning the distribution of profits from Selena’s widely recognized cultural and commercial legacy.
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