
Acting
Willie Colón
South Bronx, New York, USABorn 1950
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.
10
Films
4
TV Shows
Known For
14 Credits
Miami Vice
as Armando Rojas
1984

The Cosby Show
as Willie Colón
1984

Viña del Mar International Song Festival
as Self - Musical Guest
1963

It Could Happen to You
as Mayor
1994

Vigilante
as Rico
1983

Salsa
1976

Chico & Caetano
1986

The Last Fight
as Joaquin Vargas
1983

Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
as Self (archive footage)
2021

Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela
as Willie Colón
1998

Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa)
as Self
1972

Beats of the Heart: Salsa
as Self
1979