Willie Colón
Born: 1950-04-28
Birthplace: South Bronx, New York, USA
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
It Could Happen to You
El Cantante
Vigilante
The Last Fight
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Salsa
Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
From Mambo to Hip Hop
I'm Not Supposed to Be Here
Top Movie Credits
It Could Happen to You
Mayor
El Cantante
Original Music Composer
Vigilante
Rico
The Last Fight
Joaquin Vargas
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
Self (archive footage)
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Original Music Composer