Willie Colón
Gender: Male
Birthday: 1950-04-28 - 2026-02-21
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.
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Known For
1984The Cosby Show
1984Miami Vice
1963Viña del Mar International Song Festival
1994It Could Happen to You
1986Chico & Caetano
1983Vigilante
Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People
2021Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
1976Salsa
1972Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
1983The Last Fight
1998Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
1979Beats of the Heart: Salsa
2007From Mambo to Hip Hop
2025