Hugh Berry "Bud" Fate (December 4, 1929 – February 25, 2021) was an American politician and dentist in the state of Alaska.

[3][1] In addition to his career in politics and military service, Fate worked as a dentist, gold miner, carpenter, fisherman, dog musher, bush pilot, real estate developer, and author.

In a speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate, his son-in-law Dan Sullivan referred to Fate as "an Alaskan renaissance man" and a "legend across Alaska.

He additionally served on Finance subcommittees on Fish & Game, Transportation & Public Facilities, and Revenue.

Their daughter Julie is married to United States Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska.