
Willie Colón
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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Filmography
Acting (15)
Movies (11)
I'm Not Supposed to Be Here
2025as Self
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
2021as Self (archive footage)
From Mambo to Hip Hop
2007
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
1998as Willie Colón
It Could Happen to You
1994as Mayor
Vigilante
1983as Rico
The Last Fight
1983as Joaquin Vargas
Beats of the Heart: Salsa
1979as Self
Salsa
1976
Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
1972as Self
Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People
as Self (archive footage)
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