JS
John Spencer
Actor
Born December 20, 1946Died December 16, 2005 (58 years)
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.
John Spencer Filmography
| 2010 | |
| 2002 | The West Wing Documentary Special · as Leo Mcgarry |
| 2001 | The 53rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards · as Cast |
| 1999 | The West Wing (TV Series) · as Leo Mcgarry |
| 1999 | Ravenous · as General Slauson |
| 1998 | Trinity (TV Series) · as Simon Mccallister |
| 1998 | L. A. Doctors (TV Series) · as Edmund Church |
| 1998 | The Negotiator · as Chief Al Travis |
| 1998 | O.K. Garage · as Bill Gunter |
| 1998 | Twilight · as Capt. Phil Egan |
| 1997 | Lesser Prophets · as Ed |
| 1997 | Cold Around the Heart · as Uncle Mike |
| 1997 | Cop Land · as Leo Crasky |
| 1996 | Early Edition (TV Series) · as Howard Banner |
| 1996 | Albino Alligator · as Jack |
| 1996 | F/X: The Series (TV Series) · as Carl Scofeld |
| 1996 | The Rock · as Fbi Director James Womack |
| 1996 | E! True Hollywood Story (TV Series) |
| 1996 | Tracey Takes On... (TV Series) · as Ray Weggerly |
| 1995 | Cafe Society · as Ray Davioni |
| 1995 | Forget Paris · as Jack |
| 1995 | The Outer Limits (1995) (TV Series) · as Col. Wallis Thurman |
| 1994 | A Perry Mason Mystery: The Case of the Grimacing Governor · as Al Rhinehart |
| 1994 | Touched by an Angel (TV Series) · as Leo |
| 1994 | Duckman (TV Series) · as Agent Dennehy (voice) |
| 1993 | Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (TV Series) · as Mr. Gadget |
| 1992 | From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One · as Det. Mike Mulick |
| 1992 | When No One Would Listen · as Walter Wheeler |
| 1992 | In the Arms of a Killer · as Det. Vincent Cusack |
| 1990 | Green Card · as Harry |
| 1990 | Law & Order (TV Series) · as Howard Morton |
| 1990 | Presumed Innocent · as Detective Dan Lipranzer |
| 1990 | H.E.L.P. (TV Series) · as Valery |
| 1989 | Simple Justice · as Det. Phil Sullivan |
| 1989 | Black Rain · as Oliver |
| 1989 | Sea of Love · as Lieutenant |
| 1989 | Far from Home · as Tv Preacher |
| 1987 | The Verne Miller Story · as George Sally |
| 1987 | Once Again · as Bobby Lupino |
| 1987 | Hiding Out · as Bakey |
| 1986 | L.A. Law (TV Series) · as Tommy Mullaney |
| 1985 | Spenser: For Hire (TV Series) · as Joe Moran |
| 1985 | Key Exchange · as Record Executive |
| 1985 | The Protector · as Ko's Pilot |
| 1984 | Miami Vice (TV Series) · as Lt. Lee Atkins |
| 1983 | WarGames · as Jerry |
| 1983 | Cocaine and Blue Eyes · as Joey Crawford |
| 1982 | Echoes · as Stephen |
| 1979 | Meteor · as Control Center Worker |
| 1975 | Ryan's Hope (TV Series) · as Doctor |
| 1968 | One Life to Live (TV Series) · as Evan Sutton (1987) |
| 1964 | Another World (TV Series) · as Mr. Julian (1988) |
| 1963 | The Patty Duke Show (TV Series) · as Henry |
| 1963 | The Doctors (TV Series) · as Dr. Jordan |
| 1956 | As The World Turns (TV Series) · as Don West |
| 2020 | Unfit: The Psychology of Donald Trump · as Self |
| 2006 | The 58th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards · as Self - Memorial Tribute |
| 2006 | 12th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards · as Self - In Memoriam |
| 2005 | 11th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards · as Self - Nominee |
| 2004 | The 56th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards · as Self - Nominee |
| 2004 | Tavis Smiley (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2003 | Celebrity Poker Showdown (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2003 | The 55th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards · as Self - Nominee |
| 2003 | The Ellen DeGeneres Show (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2003 | The 57th Annual Tony Awards · as Self - Presenter |
| 2003 | 100 Years of Hope and Humor · as Self |
| 2003 | The 60th Annual Golden Globe Awards · as Self - Nominee |
| 2002 | The 54th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards · as Self - Winner |
| 2002 | The Wayne Brady Show (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2001 | 7th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards · as Self - Winner |
| 1997 | The View (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1996 | The Rosie O'Donnell Show (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1991 | Charlie Rose (TV Series) · as Self - Guest |
| 1991 | The 43rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards · as Self - Audience Member |
| 1991 | The 17th Annual People's Choice Awards · as Self - Accepting Award For Favourite Television Dramatic Series |
| 1990 | Intimate Portrait (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1989 | Not the Same Person You Used to Know (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1981 | An Evening At the Improv (TV Series) · as Self - Host |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live (TV Series) · as Self - Cameo (uncredited) |
| 1962 | The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1956 | Tony Awards (TV Series) · as Self - Presenter |
| 1944 | Golden Globe Awards (TV Series) · as Self - Nominee |