Ed Asner Dead at 91

Ed Asner has died. He was 91. His Twitter account shared this message Sunday morning: ‘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.’ Asner is the most awarded male performer in Emmy history with seven wins. Asner’s most celebrated role was Lou Grant on ‘The Mary Tyler Moore Show’ and its subsequent spinoff. The legendary actor won five Emmys for playing the iconic character.

[@gregoryhumbert8650]

RIP Ed Asner (1929-2021). He was an icon and a legend.

[@harperstacey9604]

With Ed asner gone, Betty White is the only surviving cast member left from the Mary Tyler Moore show.

[@The_Psycho_Red_Ranger]

@@harperstacey9604 John Amos too

[@lelaodom4056]

@@harperstacey9604 😥Good Bye

[@harperstacey9604]

@@lelaodom4056 Lela Odom. Good bye.

[@m.e.d.7997]

He was superb on the MTM show.

[@Jaythedon252]

I'll always remember him as Carl fredrickson A legend died today, let us honor his legacy Rest in peace

[@Sheracross]

Ed you were such a HOOT thank you LOVE YOU REST IN PEACE

[@beastieman4207]

r.i.p.

[@ThePikachuGaming3978]

He did Carl in up and finished doing it in dug days

[@amyg8249]

AMAZING man...i will miss him. As a little girl watching the Mary Tyler Moore show...the man that all men should exemplify. Rest in peace you lovely soul.🌺

[@2_thumbs_up_baby]

I agree 💯% Amy. I absolutely ❤ed him!!! 🥺...fly high...Ed xxx

[@robinhartman6275]

Betty White is the only cast member left from the Mary Tyler Moore show. She’s also the last of the golden girls

[@MuscleJacker]

He was a sinner who fornicted wtih wioamn--saso a sin.

[@creeperisda]

@@MuscleJacker lol and? stop shoving religion down a dead mens throat

[@gregstallion5873]

This hurts so much... As a Millennial, he was huge part of my childhood. J. Jonah Jameson, Uncle Ben, Santa Claus and so many other iconic roles.

[@osmanyousif7849]

And Mr Fredrickson in Up.

[@gregstallion5873]

@@osmanyousif7849 Yeah, but that wasn't really a Millennial thing. That's more Gen Z. Like, the youngest members of my generation were in middle school when it came out. We weren't really watching Disney/Pixar movies then. I mean, we all did wind-up seeing Up, but we weren't elementary schoolers or pre-schoolers going with our parents to see it. We were all watching PG-13 and R comedies, late parody movies and late pre-MCU super hero films back in '09.

[@thefonzkiss]

That’s not millennial. Hardly any millennials would know who Asner was. You’d have to be born in the 70s at latest.

[@jakeornot6306]

@@thefonzkiss Unless you saw Asner as 'Lou Grant' - I don't think you can fully appreciate his gifts. On the other hand, isn't it GREAT that they know Asner for his later work?

[@TELEVISIONARCHIVES]

It's a good thing me too movement wasn't around back in the 1970s. Ed was in Orlando at Disney and was harassing just about every woman he came in contact with.

[@jstmarton]

May he rest in peace ... It's scary that I Googled him today seeing how active he is in the industry and hours later this broke. I hope he went peacefully and he was a gem in the industry.

[@Lord_vader871]

Yeah I was just watching the movie UP and I searched up the cast to see how he is doing to see that he died

[@yorelgonzalez8647]

RIP Ed Asner (1929-2021) may you Rest In Peace I will always remember when you played in the movie UP

[@brianrose8772]

And as Santa Claus in Elf, too.

[@AyDotHam]

Was just talking to my aunt about him, may he Rest In Peace. He’s an icon 💜

[@silencerzero7730]

R.I.P Ed Anser your fans and family and friends will miss you the most.

[@Amber-tu2ol]

Rest In Peace Ed! You’ll be missed!

[@saifreza2663]

@Foodistzen 2 what tf is wrong with u

[@traydaniel0403]

@Foodistzen 2 That’s not very nice!

[@traydaniel0403]

@Foodistzen 2 Delete your comment 😡. No he doesn’t!

[@NellieKAdaba]

Yes

[@docadams7099]

Someone HAS to say this about Ed Asner: He had spunk! We will miss him very much. Rest in Peace, sir.

[@RobQuincyAdams]

And we sure didn't hate that!! Well said.

[@dennismclaurin1487]

He spunked up that show.

[@joannemoore64]

@@dennismclaurin1487 2 lots of spunk shot him in the end

[@MyGuyJustinH]

Yes, he definitely had spunk & we loved him for it.

[@angeliqueedwards2004]

Ed Asner is a true tv and movie icon....He will be greatly missed... We are losing all of the greats lately but they have lived amazing lives

[@harperstacey9604]

The TV stars from the sixties and seventies are dropping like flies.

[@bsbznumber1fan]

Rip Ed Asner he will be missed. He was an icon and a legend. My deepest condolences to the family. He may be gone but he will never be forgotten💜

[@pattygutierrez5956]

What an icon and loss. Praying for all his loved ones. Thank you for the stories you have left us with and the love of film. Thank you for fighting for the rights of all humans 🤍🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🥺🥺

[@psarahgalarneau]

I knew this day would come, but it just breaks my heart. He was a legend, and I loved everything about him.

[@troygoodall4825]

He had spunk. Thank you Ed Asner. I enjoyed seeing you on TV all these years. You will be greatly missed.

[@lindasanchez1787]

May he rest in eternal peace.🕊️

[@dennismichael5891]

Only one left from that show....life is short...live every moment to the best you can

[@harperstacey9604]

Betty White is still alive and kicking at 99 years of age.

[@lisabarrett211]

It sad news he will be miss by all the fans and everyone he work with and cast and crew of cobra kai. Rest in peace. ❤❤🙏

[@vickiekasafirek9096]

RIP Ed. You left your mark on this earth. 👍💖🌹

[@quinceywatson4939]

RIP Ed Asner (1929-2021). He will be missed forever.

[@JohnSulu14]

Coincidentally, Christopher Plummer also died at age 91 being born in 1929.

[@aisadal2521]

Rest in peace, you wholesome legend 😔

[@bluevictory1010]

Almost all the movie stars are gone now from my childhood. Grew up in the 60's and 70's watching the MTM Show, love it so much that I have it on DVD. Ed Asner was the best of the best, what a great actor! My condolences to his entire family, may he R.I.P.

[@PandianExpress]

It's 4 AM I am sitting alone on roof watching the stars and hearing UP theme in memory of him!! RIP Grandpa!! Fly high 😢

[@pamelarw58]

Thank you Sir for all the laughs & sometimes tears Rest In Peace & in Heaven with all the other wonderful souls we loved!😪👏🥂

[@neilmurray6943]

RIP Ed, you will be greatly missed. Your talent was a gift to us all. Give Mary a hug up there.

[@jillsinanan6777]

"When are you slowing down?!" He was asked and responded " death will take care of that" how succinct!!! Now he rests!!

[@harveywittii9323]

R.I.P. He was a really good actor. I am sure his family misses him and everyone let’s pray for them that God will give you some comfort and peace during this time of grief

[@robinhartman6275]

My heart and prayers, go out to his family and dear friends. I’ve enjoyed so much of his work over the years. Godspeed to Heaven Ed

[@Denise_B17]

Wow! I remember watching him on the Mary Tyler Moore show. And his show. So sad. Rest in peace Ed.

[@joannevona9020]

RIP... I very much like/respected him as an Actor but more importantly as a Person. My condolences th The Family... Jersey Shore 🙏❤🇺🇸

[@em286]

Just saw him on a show! So sad. R. I. P. Ed.

[@donnab7666]

He lived a full long life and had a wonderful career. RIP

[@kimkochel6754]

RIP Ed Asner 🙏. Saturday night was great with the Mary Tyler Moore Show. I own the complete DVD collection of the shows. You were the best Mr Grant. Love from Canada 🇨🇦❤

[@sherrelhauhe7791]

May this wonderful actor RIP...thanks for all the memories !!!!

[@roseoakes411]

Rest in peace Ed you will be sadly missed

[@harperstacey9604]

Ed asner was the uncle of California governor Gavin newsoms.

[@seanfrancoobcemane8622]

RIP Ed Asner (1929-2021) Legend Never Dies.

[@Chutney1luv]

Growing up watching Ed Asner, on "The Mary Tyler Show!" made me love Journalists and what they do! That whole cast, was amazing! The News and Sports, is my favorite time of the day whether; Good or bad! Ed, put his all in every part, that he played! R.I.P. Young Ed. You will be missed.. 🙏⭐🙏

[@sharonclarke8658]

Ed Answer was such a great actor. I grew up watching the Mary Tyler Moore show and l watched Lou Grant, another wonderful show. He will be missed.

[@m.e.d.7997]

Could never get used to him on his new show. He was always Mary's boss Mr. Grant to me. Same with Gavin McLeod. He was always Murray Slaughter to me, not Captain Steubing.

[@dolorestafoya2782]

It's so sad.. you will be missed. May you R.I.P Ed.

[@chrisweber9852]

He was the best. I loved the Christmas movie he made, A Grandpa for Christmas. I watch it every year as well as the Hallmark movies he was in. Loved him. He just seemed so down to earth and kind.

[@sharoncombs4012]

May he Rest in Heavenly Peace!

[@JP-ur9zp]

Memorable tv actor and part of my childhood growing up in the 70's now I believe all original cast members of Mary Tyler Moore show have passed on, RIP

[@msfranklin2650]

WOOOOW ED ASNER I USE TO WATCH THE MARY TYLER MOORE FAITHFULLY WHAT A BOSS HE WAS LOL.....HONESTLY I THOUGHT THAT HE HAD PASSED AWAY SOME YRS BK MY CONDOLENCES R.I.P

[@traceymarrero1542]

I grew up watching him ... What a huge loss, may he rest in peace. 🥺💐💝

[@gus4u2c]

Loved his work on the Boondocks. RIP Ed Asner.

[@hallsjuju2400]

Such a great actor. Can anyone imagine someone else as Mr. Grant. Iconic. R.I.P.

[@harlow743]

Aside from being a great actor Ed Asner was a man of TRUTH.....and GUTS......He worked hard to bring to light TRUTH concerning 9/11......something that's still being hidden from many Americans......We Love You Ed...….in Brazil

[@karamarinas]

Thank you for being an iconic actor. Rest in peace. Mr. Asner. 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@codblops123]

❤️🍀❤️ RIP Ed Asner and thank you so much ❤️🍀❤️

[@crystalmesser6902]

As if today could not get any worse ... he will be missed.

[@diezeldiamond1041]

A very talented versatile actor. Ed played the rough and tough " Lou Grant" on the powerhouse " Mary Tyler Moore " show. Although Ed played over 400 roles in his career, he will forever be the beloved " Lou Grant to me and millions of people. R I P Ed Asner ❤

[@2_thumbs_up_baby]

Me too. Absolutely Great role and man!

[@jakeornot6306]

Why are you regurgitating/plagarizing what other people wrote.

[@shellycassidy5473]

Rest in peace dear man I will miss you I love your movies

[@bearbear8501]

Today Carl fredricksen joins his wife Ellie RIP and Thank you for giving us one of the greatest animated movies of all time

[@peggyparsons5197]

I LOVED THIS MAN, PRESCIOUS HUMAN BEING!! RIP PAL!

[@owens.studios]

Up there with Ellie now. Rest In Peace, legend

[@joltagegyronicthehedgehog4911]

i miss him so much huge fan of him may god rest his soul

[@2_thumbs_up_baby]

Loved you Ed in everything but MTM was my highlight. One of those people who gave me a comforting feeling through my teenage years....YOU WERE THE GREATEST....❤..forever missed!!!! XXXX

[@louisethompson2044]

RIP the,brilliant Ed Asner.amazing in all he did.we love you from Belfast ni.sleep easy great man xxxx 😘😘😘😘😪😪😪😪💔💔💔☘

[@wolfman3295]

Most of Ed Asners career were before my time. Mary was way beyond her time as a very powerful woman and yet she was so graceful and funny how she played the Hollywood system and how she made Ed and many of her friends co-stars and then let them be stars themselves in their own careers. RIP to Ed and I am sure Mary welcomed him to the other side. Thank you Ed for you wonderful contribution to media and humanity.

[@Quinna5537]

He lived a good long life and died of old age instead of a stroke or some kind of disease. Ed Asner has now ascended to the next life. Rest well Ed, say hi to Mary, Valerie, Gavin, Ted, Cloris and Georgia your all together again.

[@bonghunezhou5051]

"Mr. Spunk" was the last surviving Original Cast Member of the 7-season-long show, if I am not mistaken 😒 (R I P to the onetime president of the Screen Actors Guild and fellow original castmates)

[@thereallg4587]

*dude no way. Who's left in the Mary tyler Moore show now? RIP*

[@reneesydnor-henry4538]

Betty white

[@docadams7099]

Some of the non-regulars are still with us, like John Amos and Joyce Bulifant, and Robbie Rist. I can't think just now of any other semi-regulars from that show that are still around.

[@JohnSulu14]

I hope Betty White makes it to 100.

[@Quinna5537]

@@JohnSulu14 just 4 and a half more months. Hopefully I don't find anything out too late like for June Foray (so close)

[@Chutney1luv]

Only.. Betty White! She is still full of spunk! God, please let Betty live a longer life! ⭐ 🏆⭐

[@kendrickhua2473]

Very sad news. He has done so much in the entertainment world. Been in many epic tv shows and movies. He was great voicing Granny Goodness in Batman/Superman Apokolis.. But I'll always remember him as Mary Tyler Moore's boss. RIP!!!

[@Circlewisewoman01]

Rest In Peace, you talented giant. 🌹💐🌺🌷🌻🥀🌼

[@olivergarrick672]

This is so sad ed Asner was one of the best actors on tv back in prime , comedy, and drama always turned into unbelievable performance may he rest in peace he is icon 🙏🏽❤❤.

[@jakebrandystapleton7062]

I cried seeing this ,what an amazing icon. What a true actor. Ed you will be missed , Thank you Ed for making us smile an laugh😢

[@pcpegala6333]

OMG! What a great talent and great man; he will be missed! 🙏🏾😰🙏🏾😰

[@Johnstone_Studios]

Rest in peace Ed Asner, Thank you for bringing such a classic childhood movie.

[@jamesheath7601]

RIP I remember him playing Santa Claus in Elf

[@brianrose8772]

And he was the voice of Mr. Fredrickson in Up.

[@reneesydnor-henry4538]

He also played on the father to this girl about the Christmas soldier who wrote the Christmas card I love playing at Movie

[@JonathanGaeta]

Now I love Elf even more now

[@brianrose8772]

@@JonathanGaeta You mean, you didn’t know?

[@JonathanGaeta]

@@brianrose8772 I didn’t know because every Christmas either my family or my class always play Elf, I really didn’t pay attention to the casting until I got older.

[@pannis72]

RIP Ed. You lived a great life. God bless!

[@bebaaliciacreations]

♥️🌹🙏91 years old God bless him and rest in peace 🙏 thanks for all you did for others people, specially for the minorities 👏👍

[@linda85853]

RIP Ed!!!! I loved Mary Tyler Moore Show🙏✝️

[@merricat3025]

I liked the Lou Grant show.

[@Sam4e82]

A wonderful actor. My condolences to his family and friends. May he RIP.

[@captainjacksparrow2811]

What a legend you were an angel to good for this world we loved you you brought joy to this world your movies will keep making me and everyone who meet and seen your movies will never forget you

[@musiclove5935]

Awesom actor, Ed as Lou Grant character is cemented in popular culture. So many movies and tv series characters based on fictional Grants character. Thank you Ed Asner.

[@johnoksys7713]

R I P ED You was a great actor and entertainer

[@Canetracker92]

Thank you Ed Asner for years of good clean entertainment. You were a class act. RIP.

[@pamelafillers735]

Rip hope you have fun in heaven with all of your friends

[@lynniepooh2072]

What a talent. 👏 Rest in the light 🙏 🕯 🤍 🕊🌹🥀

[@aestheticbutterflies2374]

May he Rest In Peace

[@steelsheen]

when I was way younger, I thought Ed Asner was a journalist that just so happens to show up in TV shows 😅 it's only as I got older that it's the other way around. this really sucks got me right here 💔😭. RIP Ed Asner. thank you for your priceless contributions to humanity 💯👏👏👏

[@jolandadewolf2486]

Thank you Mr. Asner, R.I.P.

[@osmanyousif7849]

Reminds me when I first saw his movie Up. What a treasure. RIP

[@shanestory8]

RIP Ed! You will be missed.🥰

[@nicholasthereactor3116]

I remember him when he was on one of my favorite holiday movies as santa claus from the movie elf, He was amazing, And rest in peace to ed asner, You will be missed.

[@CR-vj5rw]

In loving memory of Ed Asner (1929-2021).😢

[@ozairdurrani9679]

We needed him in the most important show. But who would take over that part? RIP he was so legendary I could live that long.

[@Don_Orotelli]

You're in a better place now. You'll be missed Rest In Paradise

[@emmanuel3754]

Rest in Peace Ed Asner

[@dizneecyndi2179]

I loved Ed Asner as Axel Jordache in "Rich Man, Poor Man", for which he won an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor for a Single Performance in a TV series.

[@re575817]

Thank you sir. Rest in peace.

[@jaymepeddycoart3471]

Ed Asner he was a Legend. R.I.P.

[@misstee101]

R.I.P. Ed Asner aka Lou Grant

[@IntrepidFraidyCat]

I always liked him. RIP Ed. 💔😢😔

[@fallonparks1883]

Rest in peace

[@The_Psycho_Red_Ranger]

You guys aren't gonna believe this but yesterday I've searched him up (mainly because of his role in Cobra Kai) and he was alive and now today I'm hearing that he passed away! This sheer coincidence is spooky as hell!

[@MrJuvefrank]

I believe it.

[@John-ct9zs]

Wait, who did he play in Cobra Kai?

[@The_Psycho_Red_Ranger]

@@John-ct9zs Sid Wienberg! Johnny Lawrence's abusive stepfather

[@waterbird1998]

Great actor! RIP

[@bebaaliciacreations]

Rest in peace Ed Asner 🙏🌹♥️

[@MrSammyD91]

Darnit, we lost a legend. Rest in piece Ed Asner, we will never forget you

[@starshiptrooper2354]

Sad. Always liked him. Great actor even better person. Found it funny how many say he was dead and he show up on Tonight show. Will be missed

[@nickhill8612]

Rest In Peace Mr. Grant.