The actor Matt Dillon is real; the character of Marshal Matt Dillon is fictional.
Matt Dillon play Dally in The Outsiders.
He obviously did, but didn't want "the bad guys" to know he had a girl. He said many things indicating they had a relationship--"I'll be back after I make my rounds" "See you after while", etc. There were plenty of indications women could make that they were lovers, but men watching the show were more likely for it not to be a "romance", but wanted a lawman show. There were many indications--several shows--that indicated they had a continous relationship.
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Marshal Matt Dillon never married on Gunsmoke. He was involved with Miss Kitty Russell, owner of the Long Branch Saloon, but they never married. Check out Toby Keith's song "Shoulda Been a Cowboy" in which he talks about Marshal Dillon & Miss Kitty.
Once on the cheek at a Christmas party.
I believe that they did not. In fact, they even had follow movies where Matt is alone and was never with Miss Kitty.
Yes, he is Matt's brother.
The actor Matt Dillon is real; the character of Marshal Matt Dillon is fictional.
Chester Good calls Matt Dillon "Mr. Dillon" in Gunsmoke as a sign of respect and deference to his authority as the marshal of Dodge City. This form of address reflects the hierarchical relationship between the characters, with Chester acknowledging Matt Dillon's position of power and leadership. Additionally, using "Mr. Dillon" adds a sense of formality and professionalism to their interactions, reinforcing the professional dynamic between the two characters.
Amanda Blake (Miss Kitty) and James Arness (Matt Dillon) .
Matt Dillon play Dally in The Outsiders.
Matt Dillon was born on February 18, 1964.
Matt Dillon was born on February 18, 1964
Marshal Matt Dillon was created in 1952.