Willie Colón

Personal Info

Known For Actor

Gender Male

Birthday 1950-04-28 (74 years old)

Also Known As William Anthony Colón Román

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

Actor

1984
The Cosby Show

as Willie Colón

1983
The Last Fight

as Joaquin Vargas

1982
Vigilante

as Rico

1976
1963

Sound

2011
Lavoe

as Music

2006
El Cantante

as Music

1991
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside

as Original Music Composer

1980