About

Known credits:
32
Birthday:
1946-12-20
Place of birth:
New York City, New York, USA
Website:
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John Spencer

Overview

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.

Known for

Acting
1999 The West Wing Actor Leo McGarry 81
Very good
1999 Ravenous Actor General Slauson 63
Fair
1998 Trinity Actor Simon McCallister 69
Fair
1998 The Negotiator Actor Chief Al Travis 68
Fair
1998 All Revved Up Actor Bill Gunter 59
Average
1998 Twilight Actor Capt. Phil Egan 59
Average
1997 Lesser Prophets Actor Ed 58
Average
1997 Cold Around the Heart Actor Uncle Mike 58
Average
1997 Cop Land Actor Leo Crasky 65
Fair
1997 Cafe Society Actor Ray Davioni 58
Average
1997 Albino Alligator Actor Jack 58
Average
1996 The Rock Actor FBI Director James Womack 69
Fair
1995 Forget Paris Actor Jack 59
Average
1994 Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor Actor Al Rhinehart 59
Average
1992 From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One Actor Det. Mike Mulick N/A
N/A
1992 When No One Would Listen Actor Walter Wheeler 59
Average
1992 In the Arms of a Killer Actor Det. Vincent Cusack 58
Average
1990 Green Card Actor Harry 59
Average
1990 Presumed Innocent Actor Detective Dan Lipranzer 64
Fair
1989 Simple Justice Actor Det. Phil Sullivan 58
Average
1989 Black Rain Actor Oliver 63
Fair
1989 Sea of Love Actor Lieutenant 62
Fair
1989 Far from Home Actor TV Preacher 58
Average
1988 The Verne Miller Story Actor George Sally N/A
N/A
1987 Hiding Out Actor Bakey 58
Average
1986 L.A. Law Actor Tommy Mullaney 70
Good
1985 Key Exchange Actor Record Executive 58
Average
1985 The Protector Actor Ko's Pilot 58
Average
1983 WarGames Actor Jerry 68
Fair
1983 Cocaine and Blue Eyes Actor Joey Crawford 58
Average
1982 Echoes Actor Stephen 58
Average
1979 The Other Side of Victory Actor Major Potter N/A
N/A