John Spencer
Acting
Born: 1946-12-20 in New 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.
Known For
The Rock
FBI Director James Womack
The Negotiator
Chief Al Travis
WarGames
Jerry
Cop Land
Leo Crasky
Black Rain
Oliver
Presumed Innocent
Detective Dan Lipranzer
Ravenous
General Slauson
Law & Order
Howard Morton
Sea of Love
Lieutenant
The West Wing
Leo McGarry
Green Card
Harry
Miami Vice
Lt. Lee Atkins
Saturday Night Live
Self (uncredited)
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Mr. Gadget
The Outer Limits
Col. Wallis Thurman
Twilight
Capt. Phil Egan
The Protector
Ko's Pilot
Touched by an Angel
Leo
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Self
Early Edition
Howard Banner
Albino Alligator
Jack
Forget Paris
Jack
The View
Self
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
Duckman
Agent Dennehy (voice)
L.A. Law
Tommy Mullaney
E! True Hollywood Story
Hiding Out
Bakey
Far from Home
TV Preacher
Spenser: For Hire
Joe Moran
FX: The Series
Carl Scofeld
Golden Globe Awards
Self - Nominee
Cold Around the Heart
Uncle Mike
The Patty Duke Show
Henry
Cafe Society
Ray Davioni
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
Al Rhinehart
All Revved Up
Bill Gunter
In the Arms of a Killer
Det. Vincent Cusack
Lesser Prophets
Ed
Key Exchange
Record Executive