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Willie Colón

Acting Born Apr 28, 1950 South Bronx, New York, USA 15 credits

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.

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Known for

Film

Inherit the Wind

as Armando Rojas

The Cosby Show

as Willie Colón
Film

It Could Happen to You

as Mayor
Film

Vigilante

as Rico

Full filmography

  • Miami Vice (1984) as Armando Rojas
  • The Cosby Show (1984) as Willie Colón
  • Viña del Mar International Song Festival (1963) as Self - Musical Guest
  • It Could Happen to You (1994) as Mayor
  • Vigilante (1983) as Rico
  • Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York (2021) as Self (archive footage)
  • Salsa (1976)
  • The Last Fight (1983) as Joaquin Vargas
  • Chico & Caetano (1986)
  • Our Latin Thing (Nuestra Cosa) (1972) as Self
  • Pa'l Pueblo: Fania for the People as Self (archive footage)
  • Beats of the Heart: Salsa (1979) as Self
  • I'm Not Supposed to Be Here (2025) as Self
  • From Mambo to Hip Hop (2007)
  • Willie Colón & Rubén Blades - Live In Venezuela (1998) as Willie Colón