Willie Colón
Born: 1950-04-28 in South Bronx, New York, USA
Died: 2026-02-21
Known For: Acting
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
2025
- I'm Not Supposed to Be Here as Self
2021
- Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York as Self (archive footage)
2011
- Lavoe ... (Music)
2006
- El Cantante ... (Original Music Composer)
1998
- Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela as Willie Colón
1994
- It Could Happen to You as Mayor
1991
- Prison Stories: Women on the Inside ... (Original Music Composer)
1986
1984
- Miami Vice as Armando Rojas
- The Cosby Show as Willie Colón
1983
- Vigilante as Rico
- The Last Fight as Joaquin Vargas
1980
- Angelitos negros ... (Music)
1979
- Beats of the Heart: Salsa as Self
1976
1972
- Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa) as Self
1963
- Viña del Mar International Song Festival as Self - Musical Guest