John Spencer
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.
Movies 31
The Rock
as FBI Director James Womack
1996
WarGames
as Jerry
1983
Presumed Innocent
as Detective Dan Lipranzer
1990
The Negotiator
as Chief Al Travis
1998
Black Rain
as Oliver
1989
Cop Land
as Leo Crasky
1997
Twilight
as Capt. Phil Egan
1998
The Protector
as Ko's Pilot
1985
Sea of Love
as Lieutenant
1989
Ravenous
as General Slauson
1999
Green Card
as Harry
1990
Albino Alligator
as Jack
1997
Forget Paris
as Jack
1995
Far from Home
as TV Preacher
1989
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
as Al Rhinehart
1994
In the Arms of a Killer
as Det. Vincent Cusack
1992
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
as Joey Crawford
1983
Hiding Out
as Bakey
1987
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
as Det. Mike Mulick
1992
When No One Would Listen
as Walter Wheeler
1992
Cold Around the Heart
as Uncle Mike
1997
The Verne Miller Story
as George Sally
1988
Lesser Prophets
as Ed
1997
Cop Land: The Making of an Urban Western
as Himself
2004
Cafe Society
as Ray Davioni
1997
Key Exchange
as Record Executive
1985
Once Again
as Bobby Lupino
1987
The Other Side of Victory
as Major Potter
1979
Echoes
as Stephen
1982
Simple Justice
as Det. Phil Sullivan
1989
All Revved Up
as Bill Gunter
1998TV Shows 22
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
as Self
1962
Law & Order
as Howard Morton
1990
Saturday Night Live
as Self (uncredited)
1975
The View
as Self
1997
The West Wing
as Leo McGarry
1999
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
as Self
2003
Golden Globe Awards
as Self - Nominee
1944
Miami Vice
as Lt. Lee Atkins
1984
L.A. Law
as Tommy Mullaney
1986
Tony Awards
as Self - Presenter
1956
Touched by an Angel
as Leo
1994
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
as Mr. Gadget
1993
Early Edition
as Howard Banner
1996
The Outer Limits
as Col. Wallis Thurman
1995
Duckman
as Agent Dennehy (voice)
1994
The Patty Duke Show
as Henry
1963
FX: The Series
as Carl Scofeld
1996
Spenser: For Hire
as Joe Moran
1985
L.A. Doctors
as Edmund Church
1998
Celebrity Poker Showdown
as Self
2003
E! True Hollywood Story
1996
Trinity
as Simon McCallister
1998