Acting
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.
Filmography
Cop Land: The Making of an Urban Western
Film · 2004
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Series · 2003
Celebrity Poker Showdown
Series · 2003
Ravenous
Film · 1999
The West Wing
Series · 1999
Twilight
Film · 1998
The Negotiator
Film · 1998
All Revved Up
Film · 1998
Trinity
Series · 1998
L.A. Doctors
Series · 1998
Cop Land
Film · 1997
Albino Alligator
Film · 1997
Lesser Prophets
Film · 1997
Cold Around the Heart
Film · 1997
Cafe Society
Film · 1997
The View
Series · 1997
The Rock
Film · 1996
Early Edition
Series · 1996
E! True Hollywood Story
Series · 1996
FX: The Series
Series · 1996
Forget Paris
Film · 1995
The Outer Limits
Series · 1995
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
Film · 1994
Touched by an Angel
Series · 1994
Duckman
Series · 1994
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Series · 1993
In the Arms of a Killer
Film · 1992
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
Film · 1992
When No One Would Listen
Film · 1992
Presumed Innocent
Film · 1990
Green Card
Film · 1990
Law & Order
Series · 1990
Black Rain
Film · 1989
Sea of Love
Film · 1989
Far from Home
Film · 1989
Simple Justice
Film · 1989
The Verne Miller Story
Film · 1988
Hiding Out
Film · 1987
Once Again
Film · 1987
L.A. Law
Series · 1986
The Protector
Film · 1985
Key Exchange
Film · 1985
Spenser: For Hire
Series · 1985
Miami Vice
Series · 1984
WarGames
Film · 1983
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
Film · 1983
Echoes
Film · 1982
The Other Side of Victory
Film · 1979
Saturday Night Live
Series · 1975
The Patty Duke Show
Series · 1963
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Series · 1962
Tony Awards
Series · 1956
Golden Globe Awards
Series · 1944