Willie Colón
ActingBorn 1950-04-28 (75 at death)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
Miami Vice
1984
The Cosby Show
1984
Viña del Mar International Song Festival
1963
It Could Happen to You
1994
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
2021
The Last Fight
1983
Vigilante
1983
Chico & Caetano
1986
Salsa
1976
I'm Not Supposed to Be Here
2025
From Mambo to Hip Hop
2007
Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
1972
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
1998
Beats of the Heart: Salsa
1979