George Gates — Waco Character Profile

About George Gates

A town businessman who collaborates with Preacher Sam Stone to recommend Waco's release from jail to Mayor Ned West. His suggestion initiates the chain of events that brings Waco into Emporia to take charge as the new sheriff.

Character Facts

Played by

John Agar

Appears in

Waco (1966)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (3)

• George Gates — Alliance Co-Conspirators — Sam Stone (Wendell Corey)

  Both men collaborate to propose pardoning Waco to restore order in Emporia.

• George Gates — Professional Political Advisor — Ned West (Robert Lowery)

  Gates acts as a strategic advisor to Mayor West regarding law enforcement appointments.

• George Gates — Conflict Opposing Faction — Ma Jenner (Anne Seymour)

  Jenner's grievances extend to Gates for advocating Waco's release and presence.

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