general | February 09, 2026

Billy Williams - Age, Family, Bio

Long-time member of the Chicago Cubs who won a National League batting title in 1972.

Before Fame

He began playing in the minor leagues when racial discrimination was still prominent in the South.

Trivia

The Chicago Cubs retired his jersey number, 26, in 1987.

Family Life

He married Shirley in 1962.

Associated With

He played for many years in Chicago alongside Hall of Fame slugger Ernie Banks.