Acting · New York City, New York, USA · Born December 20, 1946
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.
TVCelebrity Poker Showdown
2003
as Self
TVThe Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003
as Self
TVThe West Wing
1999
as Leo McGarry
MovieRavenous
1999
as General Slauson
TVTrinity
1998
as Simon McCallister
TVL.A. Doctors
1998
as Edmund Church
MovieThe Negotiator
1998
as Chief Al Travis
MovieAll Revved Up
1998
as Bill Gunter
MovieTwilight
1998
as Capt. Phil Egan
MovieLesser Prophets
1997
as Ed
MovieCold Around the Heart
1997
as Uncle Mike
MovieCop Land
1997
as Leo Crasky
TVThe View
1997
as Self
MovieCafe Society
1997
as Ray Davioni
MovieAlbino Alligator
1997
as Jack
TVEarly Edition
1996
as Howard Banner
TVFX: The Series
1996
as Carl Scofeld
TVE! True Hollywood Story
1996
MovieThe Rock
1996
as FBI Director James Womack
MovieForget Paris
1995
as Jack
TVThe Outer Limits
1995
as Col. Wallis Thurman
MoviePerry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
1994
as Al Rhinehart
TVTouched by an Angel
1994
as Leo
TVDuckman
1994
as Agent Dennehy (voice)
TVLois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
1993
as Mr. Gadget
MovieFrom the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
1992
as Det. Mike Mulick
MovieWhen No One Would Listen
1992
as Walter Wheeler
MovieIn the Arms of a Killer
1992
as Det. Vincent Cusack
MovieGreen Card
1990
as Harry
TVLaw & Order
1990
as Howard Morton
MoviePresumed Innocent
1990
as Detective Dan Lipranzer
MovieSimple Justice
1989
as Det. Phil Sullivan
MovieBlack Rain
1989
as Oliver
MovieSea of Love
1989
as Lieutenant
MovieFar from Home
1989
as TV Preacher
MovieThe Verne Miller Story
1988
as George Sally
MovieOnce Again
1987
as Bobby Lupino
MovieHiding Out
1987
as Bakey
TVL.A. Law
1986
as Tommy Mullaney
TVSpenser: For Hire
1985
as Joe Moran
MovieKey Exchange
1985
as Record Executive
MovieThe Protector
1985
as Ko's Pilot
TVMiami Vice
1984
as Lt. Lee Atkins
MovieWarGames
1983
as Jerry
MovieCocaine and Blue Eyes
1983
as Joey Crawford
MovieEchoes
1982
as Stephen
The Other Side of Victory
1979
as Major Potter
TVSaturday Night Live
1975
as Self (uncredited)
TVThe Patty Duke Show
1963
as Henry
TVThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
as Self
TVTony Awards
1956
as Self - Presenter
TVGolden Globe Awards
1944
as Self - Nominee
