John Spencer
Birthday: 1946-12-20 | Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USAJohn 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.
Known For
Acting
Role
as General Slauson
as Leo McGarry
as Capt. Phil Egan
as Chief Al Travis
as Simon McCallister
as Ed
as Jack
as Ray Davioni
as Uncle Mike
as FBI Director James Womack
as Jack
as Al Rhinehart
as Det. Mike Mulick
as Det. Vincent Cusack
as Walter Wheeler
as Detective Dan Lipranzer
as Lieutenant
as Oliver
as Bakey
as Bobby Lupino
as Tommy Mullaney
as Joey Crawford
as Stephen
as Major Potter
