Willie Colón
Known for: Acting
Born: April 27, 1950 in South Bronx, New York, USA - Died: February 20, 2026
William Anthony Colón Román , better known as Willie Colón, (April 28, 1950 – February 21, 2026) was a Nuyorican salsa musician and social activist. He began his career as a trombonist, and also sings, writes, produces and acts. He was also involved in the politics of New York City and international politics.
Known for
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Vigilante
Rico
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
Self (archive footage)
The Last Fight
Joaquin Vargas
Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
Self
Salsa
It Could Happen to You
Mayor
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
Willie Colón
Beats of the Heart: Salsa
Self
I'm Not Supposed to Be Here
Self
From Mambo to Hip Hop
Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People
Self (archive footage)
Chico & Caetano
Viña del Mar International Song Festival
Self - Musical Guest
The Cosby Show
Willie Colón
Miami Vice
Armando Rojas
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Original Music Composer
Lavoe
Music
Angelitos negros
Music
El Cantante
Original Music Composer