John Spencer
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.
Known For
Jerry
WarGames
Leo Crasky
Cop Land
General Slauson
Ravenous
Jack
Forget Paris
Oliver
Black Rain
Detective Dan Lipranzer
Presumed Innocent
Jack
Albino Alligator
Lieutenant
Sea of Love
Capt. Phil Egan
Twilight
FBI Director James Womack
The Rock
Chief Al Travis
The Negotiator
Bakey
Hiding Out
TV Preacher
Far from Home
Ed
Lesser Prophets
Stephen
Echoes
Det. Vincent Cusack
In the Arms of a Killer
Uncle Mike
Cold Around the Heart
Major Potter
The Other Side of Victory
Det. Phil Sullivan
Simple Justice
Ray Davioni
Cafe Society
Al Rhinehart
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
Det. Mike Mulick
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
Harry
Green Card
Walter Wheeler
When No One Would Listen
Joey Crawford
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
Ko's Pilot
The Protector
Bill Gunter
OK Garage
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
27
Gender
Male
Birthday
1946-12-20
Place of Birth
New York City, New York, USA
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