Willie Colón
Acting · 75 years old
South Bronx, New York, USA
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
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
Self (archive footage)
Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
Self
Miami Vice
Armando Rojas
The Cosby Show
Willie Colón
It Could Happen to You
Mayor
Vigilante
Rico
Viña del Mar International Song Festival
Self - Musical Guest
The Last Fight
Joaquin Vargas
Salsa
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
Chico & Caetano