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John Spencer

John Spencer

Acting1946New 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.

Acting History

2003
Golden Globe Awards
TVas Self - Nominee1 eps
1999
Ravenous
as General Slauson
The West Wing
TVas Leo McGarry154 eps
The Outer Limits
TVas Col. Wallis Thurman1 eps
L.A. Doctors
TVas Edmund Church1 eps
1998
All Revved Up
as Bill Gunter
Twilight
as Capt. Phil Egan
The Negotiator
as Chief Al Travis
1997
Cop Land
as Leo Crasky
Cafe Society
as Ray Davioni
Early Edition
TVas Howard Banner1 eps
The View
TVas Self
1996
The Rock
as FBI Director James Womack
FX: The Series
TVas Carl Scofeld1 eps
1995
Touched by an Angel
TVas Leo1 eps
1994
Duckman
TVas Agent Dennehy (voice)1 eps
1992
In the Arms of a Killer
as Det. Vincent Cusack
1990
Green Card
as Harry
Presumed Innocent
as Detective Dan Lipranzer
L.A. Law
TVas Tommy Mullaney88 eps
Law & Order
TVas Howard Morton1 eps
1989
Simple Justice
as Det. Phil Sullivan
Sea of Love
as Lieutenant
Far from Home
as TV Preacher
Black Rain
as Oliver
1988
The Verne Miller Story
as George Sally
1987
Hiding Out
as Bakey
Once Again
as Bobby Lupino
1986
Miami Vice
TVas Lt. Lee Atkins1 eps
Spenser: For Hire
TVas Joe Moran1 eps
1985
The Protector
as Ko's Pilot
Key Exchange
as Record Executive
1983
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
as Joey Crawford
WarGames
as Jerry
1982
Echoes
as Stephen
1975
Saturday Night Live
TVas Self - Cameo (uncredited)
1963
The Patty Duke Show
TVas Henry7 eps

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Personal Info

Known For
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
12/20/1946
Day of Death
12/16/2005
Place of Birth
New York City, New York, USA