Willie Colón
Born
28 April 1950 (75)
Place of Birth
South Bronx, New York, USA
Also known as
William Anthony Colón Román
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.
Filmography (11)
I'm Not Supposed to Be Here
2025
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
2021
From Mambo to Hip Hop
2007
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
1998
It Could Happen to You
1994
The Last Fight
1983
Vigilante
1983
Beats of the Heart: Salsa
1979
Salsa
1976
Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
1972
Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People