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
Law & Order
Howard Morton
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
Saturday Night Live
Self (uncredited)
The View
Self
The West Wing
Leo McGarry
Tony Awards
Self - Presenter
Miami Vice
Lt. Lee Atkins
L.A. Law
Tommy Mullaney
Golden Globe Awards
Self - Nominee
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Self
Touched by an Angel
Leo
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Mr. Gadget
The Outer Limits
Col. Wallis Thurman
Early Edition
Howard Banner
Duckman
Agent Dennehy (voice)
The Rock
FBI Director James Womack
FX: The Series
Carl Scofeld
The Negotiator
Chief Al Travis
Spenser: For Hire
Joe Moran
All Revved Up
Bill Gunter
WarGames
Jerry
Sea of Love
Lieutenant
Cop Land
Leo Crasky
The Patty Duke Show
Henry
L.A. Doctors
Edmund Church
Black Rain
Oliver
Presumed Innocent
Detective Dan Lipranzer
Ravenous
General Slauson
The Protector
Ko's Pilot
Green Card
Harry
Celebrity Poker Showdown
Self
Twilight
Capt. Phil Egan
Trinity
Simon McCallister
Forget Paris
Jack
Albino Alligator
Jack
E! True Hollywood Story
Far from Home
TV Preacher
Hiding Out
Bakey
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
Joey Crawford
Cafe Society
Ray Davioni