Willie Colón
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- April 28, 1950
- Died
- February 21, 2026 (aged 75)
- Birthplace
- 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
Filmography
Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People
Movie · as Self (archive footage)
I'm Not Supposed to Be Here
Movie · as Self
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
Movie · as Self (archive footage)
From Mambo to Hip Hop
Movie
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
Movie · as Willie Colón
It Could Happen to You
Movie · as Mayor
Chico & Caetano
TV · 1 ep
The Cosby Show
TV · as Willie Colón · 1 ep
Miami Vice
TV · as Armando Rojas · 1 ep
Vigilante
Movie · as Rico
The Last Fight
Movie · as Joaquin Vargas
Beats of the Heart: Salsa
Movie · as Self
Salsa
Movie
Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
Movie · as Self
Viña del Mar International Song Festival
TV · as Self - Musical Guest · 1 ep