Willie Colón
Acting
April 28, 1950 — February 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.
Known for
2025I'm Not Supposed to Be Here
Self
2021Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
Self (archive footage)
2007From Mambo to Hip Hop
1998Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
Willie Colón
1994It Could Happen to You
Mayor
1983Vigilante
Rico
1983The Last Fight
Joaquin Vargas
1979Beats of the Heart: Salsa
Self
1976Salsa
1972Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
Self