John Spencer
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.
Born: 20 December 1946 • Died: 16 December 2005
Played In
Celebrity Poker Showdown
Self
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Self
The West Wing
Leo McGarry
Ravenous
General Slauson
Trinity
Simon McCallister
L.A. Doctors
Edmund Church
The Negotiator
Chief Al Travis
All Revved Up
Bill Gunter
Twilight
Capt. Phil Egan
Lesser Prophets
Ed
Cold Around the Heart
Uncle Mike
Cop Land
Leo Crasky
The View
Self
Cafe Society
Ray Davioni
Albino Alligator
Jack
Early Edition
Howard Banner
FX: The Series
Carl Scofeld
E! True Hollywood Story
The Rock
FBI Director James Womack
Forget Paris
Jack
The Outer Limits
Col. Wallis Thurman
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
Al Rhinehart
Touched by an Angel
Leo
Duckman
Agent Dennehy (voice)
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Mr. Gadget
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
Det. Mike Mulick
When No One Would Listen
Walter Wheeler
In the Arms of a Killer
Det. Vincent Cusack
Green Card
Harry
Law & Order
Howard Morton
Presumed Innocent
Detective Dan Lipranzer
Simple Justice
Det. Phil Sullivan
Black Rain
Oliver
Sea of Love
Lieutenant
Far from Home
TV Preacher
The Verne Miller Story
George Sally
Once Again
Bobby Lupino
Hiding Out
Bakey
L.A. Law
Tommy Mullaney
Spenser: For Hire
Joe Moran
Key Exchange
Record Executive
The Protector
Ko's Pilot
Miami Vice
Lt. Lee Atkins
WarGames
Jerry
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
Joey Crawford
Echoes
Stephen
The Other Side of Victory
Major Potter
Saturday Night Live
Self (uncredited)
The Patty Duke Show
Henry
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
Tony Awards
Self - Presenter
Golden Globe Awards
Self - Nominee