Burton Gilliam who played "Bud" in Fletch (born August 9, 1938) is an American character actor from Dallas, Texas, best known for his roles in Blazing Saddles (1974), Paper Moon (1973), and Back to the Future Part III(1990). A former Dallas firefighter and boxing referee, he became a prolific actor known for his distinct Southern charm. 

Jason McDonald is the son of legendary Fletch Author Gregory Mcdonald. 

Tim Matheson played Alan Stanwyk in Fletch (1985)

Born on December 31, 1947, Tim is an acclaimed American actor, director, and producer with a career spanning over six decades. Best known as Eric "Otter" Stratton in Animal House (1978) and for roles in The West Wing and Virgin River, he began as a child actor, voicing Jonny Quest. 

Career Highlights &  Roles: Achieved stardom as Eric "Otter" Stratton in the 1978 comedy National Lampoon's Animal House. Other notable early film roles include Yours, Mine and Ours (1968) and Magnum Force (1973), The Virginian, Bonanza, and a recurring role as Vice President John Hoynes in The West Wing, which earned him two Emmy nominations. Started acting in his teens, appearing in Leave It to Beaver and My Three Sons, and starred as the voice of Jonny Quest (1964).