John Spencer
Acting
1946-12-20 · 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
Celebrity Poker Showdown
2003 · Series
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003 · Series
The West Wing
1999 · Series
Ravenous
1999 · Movie
Trinity
1998 · Series
L.A. Doctors
1998 · Series
The Negotiator
1998 · Movie
All Revved Up
1998 · Movie
Twilight
1998 · Movie
Lesser Prophets
1997 · Movie
Cold Around the Heart
1997 · Movie
Cop Land
1997 · Movie
The View
1997 · Series
Cafe Society
1997 · Movie
Albino Alligator
1997 · Movie
Early Edition
1996 · Series
FX: The Series
1996 · Series
E! True Hollywood Story
1996 · Series
The Rock
1996 · Movie
Forget Paris
1995 · Movie
The Outer Limits
1995 · Series
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
1994 · Movie
Touched by an Angel
1994 · Series
Duckman
1994 · Series
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
1993 · Series
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
1992 · Movie
When No One Would Listen
1992 · Movie
In the Arms of a Killer
1992 · Movie
Green Card
1990 · Movie
Law & Order
1990 · Series
Presumed Innocent
1990 · Movie
Simple Justice
1989 · Movie
Black Rain
1989 · Movie
Sea of Love
1989 · Movie
Far from Home
1989 · Movie
The Verne Miller Story
1988 · Movie
Once Again
1987 · Movie
Hiding Out
1987 · Movie
L.A. Law
1986 · Series
Spenser: For Hire
1985 · Series
Key Exchange
1985 · Movie
The Protector
1985 · Movie
Miami Vice
1984 · Series
WarGames
1983 · Movie
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
1983 · Movie
Echoes
1982 · Movie
The Other Side of Victory
1979 · Movie
Saturday Night Live
1975 · Series
The Patty Duke Show
1963 · Series
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962 · Series
Tony Awards
1956 · Series
Golden Globe Awards
1944 · Series