Bud Abbott
Bud Abbott Born William Alexander Abbott October 2, 1897 Asbury Park, New Jersey, U.S. Died April 24, 1974(1974-04-24) (aged 76) Woodland Hills, California, U.S. Occupation Actor, comedian, producer Years active 1924–1967 Spouse(s) Betty Smith (m. 1918–74) William Alexander "Bud" Abbott (October 2, 1897 – April 24, 1974) was an American actor, producer and comedian. He is best remembered as the straight man of the comedy team of Abbott and Costello, with Lou Costello.