Cast
John Spencer
Acting
Cast
John Spencer
Known for
Acting
Born
1946-12-20
From
New York City, New York, USA
Died
2005-12-16
Also known as John Speshock Jr.
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). 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.
The Rock
as FBI Director James Womack
The Negotiator
as Chief Al Travis
WarGames
as Jerry
Cop Land
as Leo Crasky
Presumed Innocent
as Detective Dan Lipranzer
Black Rain
as Oliver
Sea of Love
as Lieutenant
Green Card
as Harry
Ravenous
as General Slauson
The Protector
as Ko's Pilot
Albino Alligator
as Jack
Forget Paris
as Jack
Cafe Society
as Ray Davioni
Twilight
as Capt. Phil Egan
Hiding Out
as Bakey
Lesser Prophets
as Ed
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
as Al Rhinehart
All Revved Up
as Bill Gunter
When No One Would Listen
as Walter Wheeler
Far from Home
as TV Preacher
Key Exchange
as Record Executive
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
as Det. Mike Mulick
Cold Around the Heart
as Uncle Mike
The Other Side of Victory
as Major Potter
Once Again
as Bobby Lupino
The Verne Miller Story
as George Sally
Echoes
as Stephen
In the Arms of a Killer
as Det. Vincent Cusack
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
as Joey Crawford
Simple Justice
as Det. Phil Sullivan