Raymond James Barbuti (June 12, 1905 – July 8, 1988) was an American football player and sprint runner who won two gold medals at the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Barbuti was interrupted by MacArthur during his celebratory evening to start preparing to run the anchor for the event the next day.

Barbuti initially, vehemently refused, claiming he would not displace a fellow US runner in search for further medals.

While stationed in Gambut, Libya, Barbuti helped to organize the Western Desert Track and Field Championships.

The host was Bud Collyer and the panel consisted of Betsy Palmer, Don Ameche, Kitty Carlisle and Hy Gardner.