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.

Known For

Miami Vice

The Cosby Show

Viña del Mar International Song Festival

It Could Happen to You

Vigilante

The Last Fight

Chico & Caetano

Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York

All Movies (11)

• I'm Not Supposed to Be Here2025 · as Self
• Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York2021 · as Self (archive footage)
• From Mambo to Hip Hop2007
• Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela1998 · as Willie Colón
• It Could Happen to You1994 · as Mayor
• The Last Fight1983 · as Joaquin Vargas
• Vigilante1983 · as Rico
• Beats of the Heart: Salsa1979 · as Self
• Salsa1976
• Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)1972 · as Self
• Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People— · as Self (archive footage)

All TV Shows (4)

• Chico & Caetano1986
• The Cosby Show1984 · as Willie Colón
• Miami Vice1984 · as Armando Rojas
• Viña del Mar International Song Festival1963 · as Self - Musical Guest