Sheriff Billy Wilson — The Sons of Katie Elder Character Profile

About Sheriff Billy Wilson

The wise and much-loved town sheriff. He investigates Hastings but is murdered by him, which leads to Hastings framing the Elder brothers for the killing. His death triggers the mob and the brothers' flight.

Character Facts

Played by

Paul Fix

Appears in

The Sons of Katie Elder (1965)

Role

Supporting

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• John Elder (John Wayne)
• Tom Elder (Dean Martin)
• Mary Gordon (Martha Hyer)
• Bud Elder (Michael Anderson Jr.)
• Harry Evers (Sheldon Allman)
• Matt Elder (Earl Holliman)
• Henry Hyselman (John Doucette)
• Bondie Adams (Rodolfo Acosta)
• Charlie Bob Striker (Rhys Williams)
• Mr. Peevey (Percy Helton)
• (uncredited) (Glen Anderson)
• Ben Latta (Jeremy Slate)