Willie Colón
Personal Info
Known for
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
1950-04-28 (75 years old)
Willie Colón
Biography
William Anthony Colón Román, better known as Willie Colón, is a Nuyorican salsa musician and social activist. He began his career as a trombonist, and also sings, writes, produces and acts. He is also involved in the politics of New York City and international politics.
Known For
Acting
(2025)
I'm Not Supposed to Be Here
as Self
(2021)
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
as Self (archive footage)
(1998)
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
as Willie Colón
(1994)
It Could Happen to You
as Mayor
(1983)
The Last Fight
as Joaquin Vargas
(1982)
Vigilante
as Rico
(1979)
Beats of the Heart: Salsa
as Self
(1976)
(1972)
Crew
(2011)
Lavoe
Music
(2006)
El Cantante
Original Music Composer
(1991)
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Original Music Composer
(1980)
Angelitos negros
Music