Acting
Willie Colón
EN, FR, ES cinema · 15 credits
Born
28 April 1950
Died
21 February 2026 (aged 75)
Birthplace
South Bronx, New York, USA
Also known as William Anthony Colón Román
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
Filmography
Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People
Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People
as Self (archive footage)
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
as Self (archive footage)
El Cantante
Original Music Composer
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Original Music Composer
Vigilante
as Rico
The Last Fight
as Joaquin Vargas
Salsa
Actor