John Spencer

John Spencer

Known for: Acting
Biography: 1946-12-20
Deathday: 2005-12-16 (58 years old)

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Biography

John Spencer, a highly esteemed American actor, was born in New York City on December 20, 1946. He developed a deep passion for acting from an early age and gained recognition for his captivating performances on Broadway, particularly in "The Great White Hope" (1969). Spencer effortlessly transitioned to film, showcasing his versatility in movies like "The Rock" (1996) and "The Negotiator" (1998). However, it was his portrayal of Leo McGarry on "The West Wing" (1999-2006) that truly brought him widespread acclaim, earning him an Emmy Award in 2002. Sadly, Spencer passed away on December 16, 2005, at the age of 58, leaving a void in the entertainment industry. His legacy lives on through his impactful contributions to theater, film, and television, firmly establishing him as one of the most revered actors of his generation.

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Filmography

all 45

Movies 27

TV Shows 18

self 6

Director 1

Self
Celebrity Poker Showdown

Celebrity Poker Showdown (2003)

TV
Self
The Ellen DeGeneres Show

The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003)

TV
5.15
Leo McGarry
The West Wing

The West Wing (1999)

TV
5.66
General Slauson
Ravenous

Ravenous (1999)

Movie
5.3
Simon McCallister
Trinity

Trinity (1998)

TV
Chief Al Travis
The Negotiator

The Negotiator (1998)

Movie
6.17
Bill Gunter
All Revved Up

All Revved Up (1998)

Movie
Capt. Phil Egan
Twilight

Twilight (1998)

Movie
6
Ed
Lesser Prophets

Lesser Prophets (1997)

Movie
Uncle Mike
Cold Around the Heart

Cold Around the Heart (1997)

Movie
Leo Crasky
Cop Land

Cop Land (1997)

Movie
6.2
Self
The View

The View (1997)

TV
5.5
Ray Davioni
Cafe Society

Cafe Society (1997)

Movie
Early Edition

Early Edition (1996)

TV
5
Carl Scofeld
FX: The Series

FX: The Series (1996)

TV
Jack
Albino Alligator

Albino Alligator (1996)

Movie
E! True Hollywood Story

E! True Hollywood Story (1996)

TV
F.B.I. Director Womack
The Rock

The Rock (1996)

Movie
6.24
Jack
Forget Paris

Forget Paris (1995)

Movie
Col. Wallis Thurman
The Outer Limits

The Outer Limits (1995)

TV
6
Al Rhinehart
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor

Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor (1994)

Movie
Leo
Touched by an Angel

Touched by an Angel (1994)

TV
8
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman

Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993)

TV
6.7
Mike Mulick
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One

From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One (1992)

Movie
Walter Wheeler
When No One Would Listen

When No One Would Listen (1992)

Movie
Det. Vincent Cusack
In the Arms of a Killer

In the Arms of a Killer (1992)

Movie
Harry
Green Card

Green Card (1990)

Movie
6.25
Howard Morton
Law & Order

Law & Order (1990)

TV
5.78
Detective Dan Lipranzer
Presumed Innocent

Presumed Innocent (1990)

Movie
3.25
Det. Phil Sullivan
Simple Justice

Simple Justice (1989)

Movie
Oliver
Black Rain

Black Rain (1989)

Movie
5.8
Lieutenant
Sea of Love

Sea of Love (1989)

Movie
6
TV Preacher
Far from Home

Far from Home (1989)

Movie
Bakey
Hiding Out

Hiding Out (1987)

Movie
Tommy Mullaney
L.A. Law

L.A. Law (1986)

TV
6
Spenser: For Hire

Spenser: For Hire (1985)

TV
6
Ko's Pilot
The Protector

The Protector (1985)

Movie
6
Lt. Lee Atkins
Miami Vice

Miami Vice (1984)

TV
7
Jerry
WarGames

WarGames (1983)

Movie
5.68
Joey Crawford
Cocaine and Blue Eyes

Cocaine and Blue Eyes (1983)

Movie
Stephen
Echoes

Echoes (1982)

Movie
Major Potter
The Other Side of Victory

The Other Side of Victory (1979)

Movie
Self (uncredited)
Saturday Night Live

Saturday Night Live (1975)

TV
6.36
Self
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962)

TV
6
Self - Presenter
Tony Awards

Tony Awards (1956)

TV
1

Ratings

Average 6.1
Based on 1.33 Million movie and tv ratings over time
1956
1989
1994
1990
2003
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John SpencerJohn Spencer

Information

Known For
Acting

Gender
Male

Birthday
1946-12-20

Deathday
2005-12-16 (58 years old)

Birth Place
New York City, United States of America

Citizenships
United States of America

Awards
Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series


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