Willie Colón
Known for department: Acting
Birthday: 1950-04-28 – 2026-02-21
Place of birth: South Bronx, New York, USA
Biography
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
Vigilante
1983Rico
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
2021Self (archive footage)
The Last Fight
1983Joaquin Vargas
Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
1972Self
Salsa
1976
It Could Happen to You
1994Mayor
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
1998Willie Colón
Beats of the Heart: Salsa
1979Self
I'm Not Supposed to Be Here
2025Self