music
February 22, 2026
She is Julia Craig, the love of Willie Colón's life: she saved him in an accident
The salsa and music world in general is in mourning after the death of Willie Colón.
TL;DR
- Willie Colón, a legendary singer, composer, and trombonist, has passed away.
- His wife of over 50 years, Julia Craig, was of Irish origin and remained a private person.
- Craig was instrumental in Colón's success and family life, sharing four sons: William, Alejandro, Patrick, and Adam.
- In 2021, Craig saved Colón's life during a serious motorhome accident in North Carolina, applying pressure to his head wound.
- Grupo Niche expressed deep sorrow over Colón's death, praising his transformative impact on salsa music.