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.
52 acting credits
Acting · 52
Law & Order
1990
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
Saturday Night Live
1975
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
1993
The West Wing
1999
Golden Globe Awards
1944
Miami Vice
1984
The View
1997
L.A. Law
1986
Touched by an Angel
1994
Tony Awards
1956
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003
Early Edition
1996
The Outer Limits
1995
Duckman
1994
Spenser: For Hire
1985
FX: The Series
1996
L.A. Doctors
1998
The Patty Duke Show
1963
The Negotiator
1998
The Rock
1996
Cop Land
1997
WarGames
1983
Black Rain
1989
Celebrity Poker Showdown
2003
Sea of Love
1989
The Protector
1985
Presumed Innocent
1990
Ravenous
1999
Trinity
1998
E! True Hollywood Story
1996
Green Card
1990
Twilight
1998
Forget Paris
1995
Albino Alligator
1997
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
1994
Far from Home
1989
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
1992
When No One Would Listen
1992
Lesser Prophets
1997
Hiding Out
1987
Cafe Society
1997
All Revved Up
1998
The Verne Miller Story
1988
Cold Around the Heart
1997
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
1983
Key Exchange
1985
Simple Justice
1989
The Other Side of Victory
1979
Echoes
1982
In the Arms of a Killer
1992
Once Again
1987