health
February 22, 2026
Why was Willie Colón hospitalized hours before his death?
On the morning of February 21, the hard news of the passing of Willie Colón, one of the greatest salsa artists worldwide, was confirmed. The artist, born in New York but of Puerto Rican origin, leaves a great void in music.
TL;DR
- Willie Colón, a renowned salsa artist, has died.
- He was hospitalized due to health complications, including lung fibrosis linked to a past COVID-19 infection.
- Colón had a history of health issues, including severe vision loss from diabetic retinopathy, diabetes complications, and injuries from a major 2021 car accident.
- These chronic conditions and injuries significantly limited his live performances in recent years.