Top 10 most inspiring quotes by Ed Asner
- To my knowledge, there is no blacklist. But there is a mindset, even among liberal producers, that says ‘He may be difficult so let’s avoid him.’
- They say making laws is like making sausages. You shouldn’t watch. It’s the same for acting, especially for the actor who works unconsciously.
- There are genuinely sufficient resources in the world to ensure that no one, nowhere, at no time, should go hungry.
- The older I’ve gotten, the more the need to exert comedy no matter how tragic a character I may be portraying because they are essentials for presenting truth.
- Some of my earliest political feelings were based on the anti-Japanese bubblegum cards I got. There were also Spanish Civil War bubblegum cards. Awful.
- Never thought acting was something you could make a living at. It wasn’t until I was in college, and got a lead in a play, that I began to realize I might just be able to blunder into this profession.
- My first job was with an auto plant, Kansas City – they treated you like slaves. From there I went back to Chicago, worked in steel mills, drove a cab, stuff like that.
- It’s like an athlete. He has a string of hot years, and then he fades into nothingness. The actor doesn’t necessarily fade into nothingness. After his hot years, he fades into a different category.
- I’m not sought after. I never get enough work. It’s the history of my career. There just isn’t anything to turn down, let me put it that way.
- I regard myself as a beautiful musical instrument, and my role is to contribute that instrument to scripts worthy of it.
Ed Asner (1929–2021) was an American actor and activist known for his versatile career in television, film, and theater. Born on November 15, 1929, in Kansas City, Missouri, he gained widespread recognition for his role as Lou Grant in “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” (1970–1977), for which he won multiple Emmy Awards. Asner’s distinctive voice also led him to voice acting roles, notably as Carl Fredricksen in Pixar’s “Up” (2009).
Throughout his career, Asner portrayed a wide range of characters in various genres, showcasing his exceptional acting skills. Beyond entertainment, he was an ardent advocate for social justice and human rights. He served as president of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and was known for his vocal support of causes such as labor rights, civil rights, and environmental protection.
Ed Asner’s legacy is marked by his remarkable contributions to the entertainment industry and his unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on society. He passed away on August 29, 2021, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and a legacy of activism.
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