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Ed the Sock

Ed the Sock is a Canadian sock puppet character created and voiced by Steven Joel Kerzner.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ed the Sock is a Canadian sock puppet character created and voiced by Steven Joel Kerzner. First appearing on local cable television in 1987, he became known for his work on MuchMusic and for hosting late-night television programs such as Ed's Night Party.

History

Ed the Sock debuted on a local Toronto television station in 1987. He later became a recognizable figure on Canadian cable television, eventually expanding into national media through MuchMusic and talk-show formats.

Character and persona

The character is depicted as a gray sock puppet with green hair, round eyes, a scowl, and a cigar. He is presented as a blunt, irreverent character with a gravelly voice. Sources describe him as outspoken and confrontational in interviews and comedy segments.

Television career

Ed the Sock is best known for his work on MuchMusic in the 1990s and for hosting Ed's Night Party, a long-running Canadian late-night talk show that premiered in 1995. Later iterations included Ed & Red's Night Party and Live from Canada, It's Ed the Sock.

Later activity

After his earlier television run, Ed the Sock returned for live shows, digital projects, and online media. Later coverage described new touring and media ventures, including a Sudbury show and podcast-style appearances.

Key facts

  • Ed the Sock first appeared on Canadian local cable television in 1987.
  • The character was created and voiced by Steven Joel Kerzner.
  • He became widely known in the 1990s as a MuchMusic VJ and later as the host of Ed's Night Party.
  • The character is depicted as a gray sock puppet with green hair, round eyes, a scowl, and a cigar.
  • Ed the Sock has been described as one of Canada's longest-running late-night talk show hosts in puppet form.
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Canadian context

Ed the Sock is a distinctly Canadian television character who became associated with MuchMusic, Toronto-based local cable TV, and Canadian late-night entertainment. [1][2][5][9]

Frequently asked questions

Who created Ed the Sock?
Ed the Sock was created and voiced by Steven Joel Kerzner.
When did Ed the Sock first appear?
The character first appeared on Canadian local cable television in 1987.
What is Ed the Sock best known for?
He is best known for appearing on MuchMusic in the 1990s and for hosting Ed's Night Party.
What does Ed the Sock look like?
He is described as a gray sock puppet with green hair, round eyes, a scowl, and a cigar.
Is Ed the Sock Canadian?
Yes. The character originated on Canadian television and is widely described as a Canadian media figure.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_the_Sock
    Supports: Creation, first appearance, character description, and major television credits.
  2. Ed the Sock's Website — https://edthesock.com/
    Supports: Origin on Toronto television, MuchMusic prominence, Ed's Night Party, and later digital activity.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0341750/
    Supports: Ed's Night Party description and premiere information.
  4. CBC News — https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/ed-the-sock-sudbury-show-1.5209638
    Supports: Later career activity, Canadian cultural context, and return to performing.
  5. The Georgia Straight — https://www.straight.com/arts/1169681/ed-sock-back-grouchier-and-smellier-ever
    Supports: Character as a Canadian institution and details on touring and media career.
  6. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8706100/
    Supports: Live from Canada, It's Ed the Sock series listing.