John Spencer
Acting
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.
TV Shows(22)
Celebrity Poker Showdown
Self
2003
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Self
2003
The West Wing
Leo McGarry
1999
Trinity
Simon McCallister
1998
L.A. Doctors
Edmund Church
1998
The View
Self
1997
Early Edition
Howard Banner
1996
FX: The Series
Carl Scofeld
1996
E! True Hollywood Story
1996
The Outer Limits
Col. Wallis Thurman
1995
Touched by an Angel
Leo
1994
Duckman
Agent Dennehy (voice)
1994
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Mr. Gadget
1993
Law & Order
Howard Morton
1990
L.A. Law
Tommy Mullaney
1986
Spenser: For Hire
Joe Moran
1985
Miami Vice
Lt. Lee Atkins
1984
Saturday Night Live
Self - Cameo (uncredited)
1975
The Patty Duke Show
Henry
1963
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
1962
Tony Awards
Self - Presenter
1956
Golden Globe Awards
Self - Nominee
1944
Movies(30)
Ravenous
General Slauson
1999
The Negotiator
Chief Al Travis
1998
All Revved Up
Bill Gunter
1998
Twilight
Capt. Phil Egan
1998
Lesser Prophets
Ed
1997
Cold Around the Heart
Uncle Mike
1997
Cop Land
Leo Crasky
1997
Cafe Society
Ray Davioni
1997
Albino Alligator
Jack
1997
The Rock
FBI Director James Womack
1996
Forget Paris
Jack
1995
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
Al Rhinehart
1994
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
Det. Mike Mulick
1992
When No One Would Listen
Walter Wheeler
1992
In the Arms of a Killer
Det. Vincent Cusack
1992
Green Card
Harry
1990
Presumed Innocent
Detective Dan Lipranzer
1990
Simple Justice
Det. Phil Sullivan
1989
Black Rain
Oliver
1989
Sea of Love
Lieutenant
1989
Far from Home
TV Preacher
1989
The Verne Miller Story
George Sally
1988
Once Again
Bobby Lupino
1987
Hiding Out
Bakey
1987
Key Exchange
Record Executive
1985
The Protector
Ko's Pilot
1985
WarGames
Jerry
1983
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
Joey Crawford
1983
Echoes
Stephen
1982
The Other Side of Victory
Major Potter
1979