1950-04-28 South Bronx, New York, USA
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.
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I'm Not Supposed to Be Here | Self | 2025-08-12 |
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Nueva York : une histoire musicale du New York latino | Self (archive footage) | 2021-12-10 |
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From Mambo to Hip Hop | 2007-01-31 | |
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Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela | Willie Colón | 1998-06-16 |
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It Could Happen to You | Mayor | 1994-07-16 |
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The Last Fight | Joaquin Vargas | 1983-09-07 |
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Vigilante | Rico | 1983-01-04 |
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Beats of the Heart: Salsa | Self | 1979-01-01 |
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Salsa | 1976-08-18 | |
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Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa) | Self | 1972-01-01 |
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Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People | Self (archive footage) |