Ed ASNER is an American actor who has been active in the entertainment industry since the 1950s. He is best known for his role as Lou Grant on the television series The Mary Tyler Moore Show and its spin-off, Lou Grant. ASNER has also appeared in numerous films and television shows, including Elf, Up, and The Christmas Story. He has won seven Emmy Awards and has been nominated for numerous other awards. ASNER is also a political activist and has been involved in various causes throughout his career.