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What was Robert Earl Jones' role in "Trading Places"?

  • Supporting role

  • Lead role

  • Cameo

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Supporting role. Robert Earl Jones played the role of Coleman, the butler for the Duke brothers in the 1983 film "Trading Places." Coleman is a loyal and dedicated servant who provides comic relief throughout the film. He is also a confidant to both brothers and helps them to see the error of their ways.
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