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Bud Gleeful, also known as Buddy "Bud" Gleeful, is a character in the animated television show "Gravity Falls," voiced by Stephen Root. He is the polite and well-meaning father of Li'l Gideon and is known for finding ways to make money, including working at Li'l Gideon's "Tent of Telepathy" and selling used cars. Despite his kind demeanor, Bud has shown a darker side, as seen when he joined the Society of the Blind Eye and acted out on the orders of his superiors, leading to harmful consequences for the residents of Gravity Falls. In the show, Bud's relationship with his son, Gideon, is characterized by his willingness to give in to Gideon's demands, even at the expense of his own well-being. He is shown to be scared of Gideon's amulet and is hinted to be annoyed by his son's behavior. Additionally, Bud's well-intentioned but harmful actions as a member of the Blind Eye Society highlight his extremist tendencies. In "The Stanchurian Candidate," Bud runs for mayor of Gravity Falls under Gideon's influence, displaying a more malicious and spiteful side of himself. Despite Gideon being locked up in prison, Bud continues to be terrified of him and follows his orders. Throughout the show, Bud's character is complex, showcasing both his kind-hearted nature and his willingness to do harm under the influence of others.