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,…
John Spencer
Actor · Born 20 Dec 1946, New York City
John Spencer (December 20, 1946 – December 16, 2005) was an American actor. He first gained recognition for his…
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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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- Born20 December 1946Poush 5, 2003 BS
- Died16 December 2005 (aged 58)
- BirthplaceNew York City, New York, USA
- Known forActing
- GenderMale
- Also known asJohn Speshock Jr.
- Popularity1.2TMDB score
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Movies 31
Cop Land: The Making of an Urban Western
Ravenous
The Negotiator
All Revved Up
Twilight
Lesser Prophets
Cold Around the Heart
Cop Land
Cafe Society
Albino Alligator
The Rock
Forget Paris
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
When No One Would Listen
In the Arms of a Killer
Green Card
Presumed Innocent
Simple Justice
Black Rain
TV 22
Celebrity Poker Showdown
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
The West Wing
Trinity
L.A. Doctors
The View
Early Edition
FX: The Series
E! True Hollywood Story
The Outer Limits
Touched by an Angel
Duckman
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Law & Order
L.A. Law
Spenser: For Hire
Miami Vice
Saturday Night Live
The Patty Duke Show
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
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The Rock (1996)·The Negotiator (1998)·WarGames (1983)·Cop Land (1997)·Black Rain (1989)·Presumed Innocent (1990)