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Which role did Bud Abbott usually play in the duo?

  • Straight man

  • Funny man

  • Magician's assistant

  • Villain

Answer

Straight man, as the answer suggests, was the role typically played by Bud Abbott in the comedy duo of Abbott and Costello. Unlike the eccentric and comical Costello, Abbott often served as the rational and composed character who delivered straightforward responses, setting up Costello's antics and jokes. This dynamic created the foundation for their hilarious routines and contributed to the enduring success of the comedy duo.
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