John Spencer
Born: 1946-12-20 in New York City, New York, USA
Died: 2005-12-16
Known For: Acting
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
2003
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show as Self
- Celebrity Poker Showdown as Self
1999
- The West Wing as Leo McGarry
- Ravenous as General Slauson
1998
- L.A. Doctors as Edmund Church
- The Negotiator as Chief Al Travis
- Trinity as Simon McCallister
- Twilight as Capt. Phil Egan
- All Revved Up as Bill Gunter
1997
- The View as Self
- Cop Land as Leo Crasky
- Albino Alligator as Jack
- Lesser Prophets as Ed
- Cold Around the Heart as Uncle Mike
- Cafe Society as Ray Davioni
1996
- Early Edition as Howard Banner
- FX: The Series as Carl Scofeld
- The Rock as FBI Director James Womack
- E! True Hollywood Story
1995
- The Outer Limits as Col. Wallis Thurman
- Forget Paris as Jack
1994
- Touched by an Angel as Leo
- Duckman as Agent Dennehy (voice)
- Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor as Al Rhinehart
1993
- Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman as Mr. Gadget
1992
- When No One Would Listen as Walter Wheeler
- From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One as Det. Mike Mulick
- In the Arms of a Killer as Det. Vincent Cusack
1990
- Law & Order as Howard Morton
- Presumed Innocent as Detective Dan Lipranzer
- Green Card as Harry
1989
- Black Rain as Oliver
- Sea of Love as Lieutenant
- Far from Home as TV Preacher
- Simple Justice as Det. Phil Sullivan
1988
- The Verne Miller Story as George Sally
1987
- Hiding Out as Bakey
- Once Again as Bobby Lupino
1986
- L.A. Law as Tommy Mullaney
1985
- Spenser: For Hire as Joe Moran
- The Protector as Ko's Pilot
- Key Exchange as Record Executive
1984
- Miami Vice as Lt. Lee Atkins
1983
- WarGames as Jerry
- Cocaine and Blue Eyes as Joey Crawford
1982
- Echoes as Stephen
1979
- The Other Side of Victory as Major Potter
1975
- Saturday Night Live as Self - Cameo (uncredited)
1963
- The Patty Duke Show as Henry
1962
1956
- Tony Awards as Self - Presenter
1944
- Golden Globe Awards as Self - Nominee