Ed Asner
The official Ed Asner Twitter account. Actor, author, activist, warm, lovable, gruff, lefty, patriot are just a few of the words that would best describe me.
152,621
Followers
1,102
Following
6,323
Tweets
1,610.9
Avg Engagement
701
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @TheOnlyEdAsner's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2011-01-25
- Verification:No
- Location:Los Angeles
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,193
- Avg Likes per Tweet:919.9
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:691.0
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,193 tweetsThe account consistently receives high engagement, indicating a loyal and active audience. The mix of personal and public content keeps followers invested and responsive.
919.9
Avg Likes/Tweet
691.0
Avg Retweets/Tweet
2,937,327
Total Likes
2,206,242
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
56
Median Likes
15
Median Retweets
679
75th Percentile
201,229
Top Tweet
10.55
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Commentator
Adds perspective to others content
26.6%
Original
21.6%
Replies
27.4%
Retweets
24.4%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
1.5%
With Media
55.9%
With Links
17.1%
With #Tags
60.1%
With @Mentions
5.4%
With Emojis
108
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Interactive
Balances broadcasting with conversation
0.81
Reply/Original Ratio
0.89
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
72.7%
Weekday Posts
27.3%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,193 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 875 retweets (27% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,193 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersThe audience includes fans of Ed Asner's acting career, followers of his activism, and those interested in his personal life and opinions. The account also attracts individuals who resonate with his left-leaning views and patriotic stance.
Average
Audience Quality
21.6%
Suspicion Index
20.0%
Low-Quality %
91
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
34.5%
Empty Bio
9.8%
<10 Tweets
24.4%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
46.4%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
85.6%
No URL
5.5%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
92,063,812
Total Potential Reach
91
Median Follower Reach
343
75th Percentile Reach
11.0%
>1K followers
1.1%
>10K followers
0.3%
>50K followers
0.2%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
76.4%
Creators
38,188 accounts
13.8%
Consumers
6,925 accounts
9.8%
Dormant
4,887 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
540
Verified Followers
0.53% of total
11,650
Protected Accounts
11.54% of total
9 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,100,930 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @BenStiller | 5,614,111 | Actor | UNHCR, Goodwill Ambassador, Refugees |
| @sethmeyers | 4,846,007 | Comedian | comedy, politics, late night |
| @pattonoswalt | 4,667,774 | Comedian | comedy, acting, podcasting |
| @joelmchale | 3,203,304 | Actor | Comedy, Acting, Hosting |
| @jaketapper | 3,162,524 | Journalist | News, Politics, Journalism |
| @DanRather | 2,700,956 | Journalist | Journalism, storytelling, reading |
| @JuddApatow | 2,376,722 | - | - |
| @billyeichner | 2,291,001 | Comedian | comedy, acting, television |
| @davidwalliams | 2,290,000 | Comedian | comedian, author, children |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
67,469
Followers With Bio
33,526
Followers Without Bio
66.8%
% With Bio
33.2%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,193 analyzed670,291
Combined Engagement
615,240
Total Likes
55,051
Total Retweets
134,058
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
20%
With Hashtags
20%
With @Mentions
80%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
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.
My heart is broken. Gavin was my brother, my partner in crime (and food) and my comic conspirator. I will see you in a bit Gavin. Tell the gang I will see them in a bit. Betty! It’s just you and me now. https://t.co/se4fwh7G1G
A beautiful woman, a wonderful actress, a great friend and with balls bigger than mine. Her brilliance burst through and shined its light upon all of us. Goodnight beautiful. I’ll see you soon. https://t.co/FicADkSAzS
I still get warm when I see this look. Happy 99 baby. You are a testament to living life on your own terms. Sending you a great big socially distanced kiss. I love you @BettyMWhite https://t.co/DWM9tTthIm
A picture from the last time I saw you. Always beautiful. Nothing I could say would top the enormity of my love for you. Until we meet again darling. #clorisleachmanrip https://t.co/9etOZo13Kb
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account frequently shares personal tributes and emotional messages, indicating a focus on connection and remembrance. It highlights Asner's roles as an actor, author, and activist, showing a diverse public persona. The account's engagement suggests a strong emotional bond with followers, who respond with support and shared sentiment.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 152,621
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @TheOnlyEdAsner reveals an exceptionally influential Twitter presence with 152,621 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 1,610.9 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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