John Spencer
Known for: Acting
Born: December 20, 1946
Died: December 16, 2005
Place of birth: New York City, New York, USA
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.
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Filmography
30 movies · 22 TV shows, newest first
7.5
Celebrity Poker Showdown
2003
5.6
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003
8.3
The West Wing
1999
6.8
Ravenous
1999
8.5
Trinity
1998
8.5
L.A. Doctors
1998
7.1
The Negotiator
1998
5.6
All Revved Up
1998
6.1
Twilight
1998
5.6
Lesser Prophets
1997
5.0
Cold Around the Heart
1997
6.8
Cop Land
1997
4.3
The View
1997
4.9
Cafe Society
1997
5.7
Albino Alligator
1997
7.4
Early Edition
1996
6.3
FX: The Series
1996
8.1
E! True Hollywood Story
1996
7.2
The Rock
1996
6.3
Forget Paris
1995
7.7
The Outer Limits
1995
6.4
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
1994
7.2
Touched by an Angel
1994
7.2
Duckman
1994
6.9
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
1993
4.0
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
1992
7.5
When No One Would Listen
1992
4.6
In the Arms of a Killer
1992
6.1
Green Card
1990
7.3
Law & Order
1990
6.8
Presumed Innocent
1990
8.0
Simple Justice
1989
6.6
Black Rain
1989
6.6
Sea of Love
1989
5.5
Far from Home
1989
10.0
The Verne Miller Story
1988
7.0
Once Again
1987
5.8
Hiding Out
1987
7.1
L.A. Law
1986
6.9
Spenser: For Hire
1985
5.0
Key Exchange
1985
6.0
The Protector
1985
7.4
Miami Vice
1984
7.1
WarGames
1983
4.3
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
1983
4.6
Echoes
198210.0
The Other Side of Victory
1979
6.9
Saturday Night Live
1975
6.2
The Patty Duke Show
1963
7.5
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
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Tony Awards
1956
7.0
Golden Globe Awards
1944