# Sir William Catesby — Richard III character guide

> Sir William Catesby in Richard III by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Catesby, good Catesby, gentle Catesby

**First appearance:** 0004-act-i-scene-iii

## Who they are

Richard's close advisor and agent, instrumental in political machinations.

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