Ed Asner

Date of Birth: November 15, 1929

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Date of Death: August 29, 2021

Biography

Ed Asner, born Yitzhak Edward Asner, was a renowned American actor and voice actor, best known for his role as Lou Grant on both “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and its spin-off series “Lou Grant.” Born on November 15, 1929, in Kansas City, Missouri, Asner began his acting career in theater before transitioning to television and film. Asner’s portrayal of Lou Grant, a gruff but lovable newsman, earned him five Primetime Emmy Awards, making him one of the most honored actors in television history. His career spanned over six decades, during which he appeared in numerous TV shows, movies, and animated series. Notably, he provided the voice for Carl Fredricksen in Pixar’s “Up” and played Santa Claus in the holiday film “Elf.” In addition to his acting career, Asner was an outspoken activist, often using his platform to advocate for various social and political causes. He served two terms as the president of the Screen Actors Guild from 1981 to 1985. Ed Asner passed away on August 29, 2021, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Ed Asner

1. Ed Asner is one of the few actors to win an Emmy Award for playing the same character in both a comedy and a drama series.

2. He served in the U.S. Army Signal Corps from 1951 to 1953.

3. Asner was an advocate for union and labor rights and served as president of the Screen Actors Guild.

4. He provided the iconic voice for Carl Fredricksen in Pixar’s “Up,” which won an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

5. Asner was a vocal supporter of many progressive causes, including civil rights, labor rights, and animal welfare.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ed Asner

1. “Raising kids is part joy and part guerrilla warfare.”

2. “To my knowledge, there’s never been a grandfather who didn’t dote on his grandson.”

3. “You learn from failures, not from success.”

4. “Life is about learning. When you stop learning, you die.”

5. “I loved the stage, but TV persuaded me. The thought of staying in one place and not having to tour was very appealing.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Ed Asner’s highest net worth achieved was estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Ed Asner had four children: Matthew, Liza, Kate, and Charles. Matthew is an advocate for autism awareness, inspired by his own son, Ed’s grandson, who is on the autism spectrum.