Legendary actor Ed Asner has passed away at the age of 91 Sunday morning. The 7-Time-Emmy winner was best remembered as “Lou Grant” on The Mary Tyler Moore Show in the 70s. He was surrounded by family at the time of his passing according to CNN.
The news was posted on Asner’s official Twitter account.
We are sorry to say that our beloved patriarch passed away this morning peacefully. Words cannot express the sadness we feel. With a kiss on your head- Goodnight dad. We love you.
— Ed Asner (@TheOnlyEdAsner) August 29, 2021
Ed Asner’s Roles
After the seven-year run of the popular show, Asner’s beloved character received a spin off series known as Lou Grant that ran from 1977 to 1982. He continued his career playing Santa Claus in holiday films, the most memorable being Elf (2003). With Asner’s extensive acting portfolio, a number of favorite films and series include Cobra Kai, Grace And Frankie and Dead To Me. He also earned Emmy awards for miniseries such as Roots, Rich Man and Poor Man. Furthermore, he was regular on Thunder Alley (1994-95) and Sunset Strip (2007-2007).
Asner’s Voice Over Resume
Asner has been involved in an impressive amount of films. However, his talents do not just stop there. He has provided voices for Joshua and the Battle of Jericho (1986), the Spider-Man series (1994-98). Moreover, Captain Planet and the Planeteers (1990-95), The Boondocks (2005-14) and much more. He also voiced Carl Fredricksen in Pixar’s Oscar-winning Up (2009).
Asner’s Numerous Awards
Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1971, 1972, 1975) and Outstanding Supporting Actor in Lou Grant (1978, 1980). He earned a Golden Globe for Best Performance in Lou Grant (1978, 1980). A Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor in Rich Man, Poor Man, The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1977, 1976, 1972). He also earned an Emmy for Outstanding Actor in Rich Man, Poor Man (1976) and Roots (1977). Plus additional awards and mentions.
Asner’s Impact on the Entertainment Industry
Not only was Asner a phenomenal actor and voice-over, he also aired his liberal political opinions. He voiced in a short-animated film about financial crisis in 2012. Unfortunately, the world will mourn the legend that Asner was. However, we will never forget the trademark he left on the industry.
