Actor
· Acting
John Spencer
Born 1946-12-20
Died 2005-12-16
📍 New York City, New York, USA
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 51
Celebrity Poker Showdown
as Self
2003
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
as Self
2003
The West Wing
as Leo McGarry
1999
Ravenous
as General Slauson
1999
Trinity
as Simon McCallister
1998
L.A. Doctors
as Edmund Church
1998
The Negotiator
as Chief Al Travis
1998
All Revved Up
as Bill Gunter
1998
Twilight
as Capt. Phil Egan
1998
Lesser Prophets
as Ed
1997
Cold Around the Heart
as Uncle Mike
1997
Cop Land
as Leo Crasky
1997
The View
as Self
1997
Cafe Society
as Ray Davioni
1997
Albino Alligator
as Jack
1997
Early Edition
as Howard Banner
1996
FX: The Series
as Carl Scofeld
1996
E! True Hollywood Story
1996
The Rock
as FBI Director James Womack
1996
Forget Paris
as Jack
1995
The Outer Limits
as Col. Wallis Thurman
1995
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
as Al Rhinehart
1994
Touched by an Angel
as Leo
1994
Duckman
as Agent Dennehy (voice)
1994
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
as Mr. Gadget
1993
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
as Det. Mike Mulick
1992
When No One Would Listen
as Walter Wheeler
1992
In the Arms of a Killer
as Det. Vincent Cusack
1992
Green Card
as Harry
1990
Law & Order
as Howard Morton
1990
Presumed Innocent
as Detective Dan Lipranzer
1990
Simple Justice
as Det. Phil Sullivan
1989
Black Rain
as Oliver
1989
Sea of Love
as Lieutenant
1989
Far from Home
as TV Preacher
1989
The Verne Miller Story
as George Sally
1988
Once Again
as Bobby Lupino
1987
Hiding Out
as Bakey
1987
L.A. Law
as Tommy Mullaney
1986
Spenser: For Hire
as Joe Moran
1985
Key Exchange
as Record Executive
1985
The Protector
as Ko's Pilot
1985
Miami Vice
as Lt. Lee Atkins
1984
WarGames
as Jerry
1983
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
as Joey Crawford
1983
Echoes
as Stephen
1982
Saturday Night Live
as Self - Cameo (uncredited)
1975
The Patty Duke Show
as Henry
1963
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
as Self
1962
Tony Awards
as Self - Presenter
1956
Golden Globe Awards
as Self - Nominee
1944