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John Spencer
John Spencer

John Spencer

ActingBorn December 20, 1946Died December 16, 2005 (age 58)New York City, New York, USA

Biography

John Spencer (December 20, 1946 – December 16, 2005) was an American actor. He first gained recognition for his captivating performances on Broadway, particularly in The Great White Hope (1969). Spencer transitioned to film, showcasing his versatility in movies like The Rock (1996) and The Negotiator (1998). On television, Spencer had one of his first on-screen roles in The Patty Duke Show, and later became known as a main cast member on L.A. Law starting in its fifth season. His portrayal of White House Chief of Staff Leo McGarry on The West Wing (1999-2006) brought widespread acclaim, earning him five Emmy Award nominations, including a win in 2002. Spencer passed away on December 16, 2005, at the age of 58.

Filmography

1999
The West Wing

as Leo McGarry

TV
1999
Ravenous

as General Slauson

Movie
1998
Trinity

as Simon McCallister

TV
1998
L.A. Doctors

as Edmund Church

TV
1998
The Negotiator

as Chief Al Travis

Movie
1998
All Revved Up

as Bill Gunter

Movie
1998
Twilight

as Capt. Phil Egan

Movie
1997Movie
1997Movie
1997
Cop Land

as Leo Crasky

Movie
1997
The View

as Self

TV
1997
Cafe Society

as Ray Davioni

Movie
1997Movie
1996
Early Edition

as Howard Banner

TV
1996
FX: The Series

as Carl Scofeld

TV
1996
The Rock

as FBI Director James Womack

Movie
1995Movie
1995
The Outer Limits

as Col. Wallis Thurman

TV
1994
Duckman

as Agent Dennehy (voice)

TV
1992
When No One Would Listen

as Walter Wheeler

Movie
1992
In the Arms of a Killer

as Det. Vincent Cusack

Movie
1990
Green Card

as Harry

Movie
1990
Law & Order

as Howard Morton

TV
1990
Presumed Innocent

as Detective Dan Lipranzer

Movie
1989
Simple Justice

as Det. Phil Sullivan

Movie
1989
Black Rain

as Oliver

Movie
1989
Sea of Love

as Lieutenant

Movie
1989
Far from Home

as TV Preacher

Movie
1988
The Verne Miller Story

as George Sally

Movie
1987
Once Again

as Bobby Lupino

Movie
1987
Hiding Out

as Bakey

Movie
1986
L.A. Law

as Tommy Mullaney

TV
1985
Spenser: For Hire

as Joe Moran

TV
1985
Key Exchange

as Record Executive

Movie
1985
The Protector

as Ko's Pilot

Movie
1984
Miami Vice

as Lt. Lee Atkins

TV
1983
WarGames

as Jerry

Movie
1983
Cocaine and Blue Eyes

as Joey Crawford

Movie
1982
Echoes

as Stephen

Movie
1979Movie
1975
Saturday Night Live

as Self (uncredited)

TV
1963TV
1956
Tony Awards

as Self - Presenter

TV
1944
Golden Globe Awards

as Self - Nominee

TV

Personal Info

DepartmentActing
BirthdayDecember 20, 1946
Day of DeathDecember 16, 2005
Place of BirthNew York City, New York, USA
Popularity1.3