Willie Colón

Willie Colón

4/28/1950 – 2/21/2026South 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.

Filmography (14 titles)

I'm Not Supposed to Be HereMovie

I'm Not Supposed to Be Here

Self · 2025

Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York8.0Movie

Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York

Self (archive footage) · 2021

From Mambo to Hip HopMovie

From Mambo to Hip Hop

2007

Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In VenezuelaMovie

Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela

Willie Colón · 1998

It Could Happen to You6.7Movie

It Could Happen to You

Mayor · 1994

Chico & CaetanoShow

Chico & Caetano

1986

The Cosby Show7.0Show

The Cosby Show

Willie Colón · 1984

Miami Vice7.4Show

Miami Vice

Armando Rojas · 1984

The Last Fight4.7Movie

The Last Fight

Joaquin Vargas · 1983

Vigilante6.2Movie

Vigilante

Rico · 1983

Beats of the Heart: SalsaMovie

Beats of the Heart: Salsa

Self · 1979

Salsa10.0Movie

Salsa

1976

Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)8.0Movie

Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)

Self · 1972

Viña del Mar International Song Festival4.7Show

Viña del Mar International Song Festival

Self - Musical Guest · 1963