Colón, an American salsa legend, trailblazing trombonist, vocalist, and composer, passed away today in New York City. The news was confirmed in a statement released by his family.
Born in the Bronx to Puerto Rican parents, Colón was behind dozens of albums, including La Gran Fuga (The Big Break) in 1970 and El Juicio (The Judgment) 1972. Perhaps his most influential album, Siembre (Snowing), was recorded and released with Rubén Blades in 1978 and remains a landmark work in salsa music.
“I have just confirmed what I was resisting to believe: Willie Colón has indeed passed away. To his wife Julia, his children, family, and loved ones, I send my heartfelt condolences. Later, and with calm, I will write about Willie and his vital and important musical legacy,” he wrote.
In the last year of his life, Colon collaborated with Bad Bunny on the star’s music video for “Nuevayol,” even referencing the legend and his first album in the lyrics. The partnership served as a bridge between generations, highlighting the enduring legacy of Colon.
View this post on Instagram“Maestro, thank you for your legacy. Your music lives on forever. R.I.P. Willie.” he wrote alongside the image.
In 2004, Colón received a lifetime achievement award from the Latin Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, per CNN. The group took to Instagram to honor Colón.
Per his bio, Colón was also an avid social activist, member of the Latino Commission on AIDS and the United Nations Immigrant Foundation, and a board member at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute.
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