Willie Colón, trombonist who pioneered salsa music, dies aged 75
Photo #7077 23 February 2026, 08:15
His career spanned 60 years and dozens of albums and had been named among the most influential Latino artists of all time.
Source: BBC News - Entertainment & Arts
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