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John Spencer

John Spencer

Known For Acting
Birthday Dec 20, 1946
Died Dec 16, 2005 (58)
Birthplace New York City, New York, USA
Popularity 0.8 (history)
Updated Aug 09, 2025 (Update)
Entry Date Apr 13, 2024
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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 Negotiato ... r (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.

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Ravenous

Ravenous

1999

as General Slauson

The Negotiator

The Negotiator

1998

as Chief Al Travis

Twilight

Twilight

1998

as Capt. Phil Egan

All Revved Up

All Revved Up

1998

as Bill Gunter

Cafe Society

Cafe Society

1997

as Ray Davioni

Cold Around the Heart

Cold Around the Heart

1997

as Uncle Mike

Albino Alligator

Albino Alligator

1997

as Jack

Lesser Prophets

Lesser Prophets

1997

as Ed

Cop Land

Cop Land

1997

as Leo Crasky

The Rock

The Rock

1996

as FBI Director James Womack

Forget Paris

Forget Paris

1995

as Jack

When No One Would Listen

When No One Would Listen

1992

as Walter Wheeler

In the Arms of a Killer

In the Arms of a Killer

1992

as Det. Vincent Cusack

Presumed Innocent

Presumed Innocent

1990

as Detective Dan Lipranzer

Green Card

Green Card

1990

as Harry

Black Rain

Black Rain

1989

as Oliver

Simple Justice

Simple Justice

1989

as Det. Phil Sullivan

Sea of Love

Sea of Love

1989

as Lieutenant

Far from Home

Far from Home

1989

as TV Preacher

Hiding Out

Hiding Out

1987

as Bakey

The Protector

The Protector

1985

as Ko's Pilot

Cocaine and Blue Eyes

Cocaine and Blue Eyes

1983

as Joey Crawford

WarGames

WarGames

1983

as Jerry

Echoes

Echoes

1982

as Stephen

The Other Side of Victory

The Other Side of Victory

1979

as Major Potter

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Organization Category Movie
Television Credits

The West Wing

as Leo McGarry

Episodes: 154

First Aired: Sep 22, 1999

L.A. Law

as Tommy Mullaney

Episodes: 88

First Aired: Sep 15, 1986

Trinity

as Simon McCallister

Episodes: 9

First Aired: Oct 16, 1998

Law & Order

as Howard Morton

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 13, 1990

Touched by an Angel

as Leo

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 21, 1994

Miami Vice

as Lt. Lee Atkins

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 16, 1984

FX: The Series

as Carl Scofeld

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 09, 1996

The Outer Limits

as Col. Wallis Thurman

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Mar 26, 1995

The View

as Self

Episodes: 3

First Aired: Aug 11, 1997

The Ellen DeGeneres Show

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 08, 2003

Spenser: For Hire

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 20, 1985

Early Edition

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 28, 1996

E! True Hollywood Story

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Aug 21, 1996

Saturday Night Live

as Self - Cameo (uncredited)

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 11, 1975

Tony Awards

as Self - Presenter

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Apr 01, 1956

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 01, 1962

Celebrity Poker Showdown

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Dec 02, 2003

Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 12, 1993

Golden Globe Awards

as Self - Nominee

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 20, 1944

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