Most Iconic Roles of Ed Asner

Sep 01, 2021

Ed Asner is a TV legend and a primetime Emmy Awards Winner. He has appeared in many television classics from The Mary Tyler Moore Show to Rich Man, Poor Man to Lou Grant. Leaving a mark with his work in our memories, Asner died at the age of 91 this weekend. He has created a long career and lasting impact on Television. To honor this work, here are some of his most iconic roles, check out the list below:

'The Mary Tyler Moore Show'

Ed Asner starred as Lou Grant, a performance that earned him three Emmy Awards as a supporting actor.

Rich man, Poor Man

Asner appeared in two episodes of ABC's Rich Man, Poor Man, a television miniseries based on the 1969 novel of the same name. He won an Emmy for his performance.

Lou Grant

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He played the role of Lou Grant, an editor of the fictional newspaper The Los Angeles Tribune. He won two Emmy Awards for his portrayal of Lou during the show's run.

Elf

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In Jon Favreau's beloved holiday film Elf, Asner played Santa Claus.

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Asner voiced the elderly Carl Fredricksen.

Curb Your Enthusiasm

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Asner appeared as Mr. Weiner in a 2001 “Curb Your Enthusiasm” episode titled “The Acupuncturist.” This was one of Asner’s later-career roles.