Willie Colón
Born in South Bronx, New York, USA — Apr 28 1950• Died Feb 21 2026
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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.
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Miami Vice
Armando Rojas
The Cosby Show
Willie Colón
Viña del Mar International Song Festival
Self - Musical Guest
It Could Happen to You
Mayor
El Cantante
Sound
Vigilante
Rico
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Sound
Salsa
The Last Fight
Joaquin Vargas
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
Self (archive footage)
Chico & Caetano
Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
Self
Beats of the Heart: Salsa
Self
Lavoe
Sound
I'm Not Supposed to Be Here
Self
From Mambo to Hip Hop
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
Willie Colón
Angelitos negros
Sound
Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People
Self (archive footage)