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Legendary salsa musician Willie Colón dead at 75, family says on social media

  • On Saturday, Willie Colón's family confirmed the salsa musician died at 75 in a social-media announcement.
  • Receiving medical attention for respiratory complications, Willie Colón was under care as the Puerto Rican artistic community asked for prayers on Friday.
  • His discography shows over 40 albums, nine Gold and five Platinum records, eight Grammy nominations, and he introduced Rubén Blades to the recording industry.
  • Colón's activism and endorsements meant his sociopolitical activism matched his musical renown and his endorsement was coveted among New York politicians, while his stage remarks resonated in Latino neighborhoods.
  • Born April 28, 1950 in the South Bronx, William Anthony Colón Román began musical training early and last performed in Puerto Rico on August 9, 2025 with the Puerto Rico Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Wapa broke the news in on Friday, February 20, 2026.
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