Person Details
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Aliases: No known aliases
Gender: Male
Place of birth: New York City, New York, USA
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Movie Involvements: 21
TV Involvements: 7
Most Famous Work
Biography
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). His portrayal of Leo McGarry on "The West Wing" (1999-2006) brought him widespread acclaim, earning him an Emmy Award in 2002. Spencer passed away on December 16, 2005, at the age of 58.
Most Famous Work
Law & Order
(1990) Howard MortonThe West Wing
(1999) Leo McGarryTouched by an Angel
(1994) LeoTony Awards
(1956) Self - PresenterThe Rock
(1996) FBI Director James WomackWarGames
(1983) JerryL.A. Law
(1986) Tommy MullaneyCop Land
(1997) Leo CraskyActing
Year | Character | Movie/Tv |
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2003 | Self | |
Self | ||
1999 | Leo McGarry | |
General Slauson | ||
1998 | N/A | |
Chief Al Travis | ||
Bill Gunter | ||
Capt. Phil Egan | ||
1997 | Ed | |
Uncle Mike | ||
Leo Crasky | ||
Self | ||
Ray Davioni | ||
1996 | N/A | |
Carl Scofeld | ||
Jack | ||
N/A | ||
FBI Director James Womack | ||
1995 | Jack | |
N/A | ||
1994 | Al Rhinehart | |
Leo | ||
1993 | N/A | |
1992 | Det. Mike Mulick | |
Walter Wheeler | ||
Det. Vincent Cusack | ||
1990 | Harry | |
Howard Morton | ||
Detective Dan Lipranzer | ||
1989 | Oliver | |
Lieutenant | ||
TV Preacher | ||
1987 | Bakey | |
1986 | Tommy Mullaney | |
1985 | N/A | |
Record Executive | ||
Ko's Pilot | ||
1984 | N/A | |
1983 | Jerry | |
Joey Crawford | ||
1982 | Stephen | |
1979 | Major Potter | |
1975 | Self (uncredited) | |
1956 | Self - Presenter | |
Year | Character | Movie/Tv |