John Spencer
Acting
1946-12-20 · 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.
tvCelebrity Poker Showdown
as Self · 2003 · 7.0
tvThe Ellen DeGeneres Show
as Self · 2003 · 5.6
tvThe West Wing
as Leo McGarry · 1999 · 8.3
movieRavenous
as General Slauson · 1999 · 6.8
tvTrinity
as Simon McCallister · 1998 · 8.5
tvL.A. Doctors
as Edmund Church · 1998 · 8.5
movieThe Negotiator
as Chief Al Travis · 1998 · 7.1
movieAll Revved Up
as Bill Gunter · 1998 · 5.6
movieTwilight
as Capt. Phil Egan · 1998 · 6.1
movieLesser Prophets
as Ed · 1997 · 5.6
movieCold Around the Heart
as Uncle Mike · 1997 · 5.0
movieCop Land
as Leo Crasky · 1997 · 6.8
tvThe View
as Self · 1997 · 4.4
movieCafe Society
as Ray Davioni · 1997 · 4.9
movieAlbino Alligator
as Jack · 1997 · 5.7
tvEarly Edition
as Howard Banner · 1996 · 7.4
tvFX: The Series
as Carl Scofeld · 1996 · 6.3
tvE! True Hollywood Story
as · 1996 · 8.2
movieThe Rock
as FBI Director James Womack · 1996 · 7.2
movieForget Paris
as Jack · 1995 · 6.3
tvThe Outer Limits
as Col. Wallis Thurman · 1995 · 7.7
moviePerry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
as Al Rhinehart · 1994 · 6.4
tvTouched by an Angel
as Leo · 1994 · 7.2
tvDuckman
as Agent Dennehy (voice) · 1994 · 7.2