John Spencer
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
Law & Order
Howard Morton
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Touched by an Angel
Leo
The West Wing
Leo McGarry
Miami Vice
Lt. Lee Atkins
L.A. Law
Tommy Mullaney
The Outer Limits
Col. Wallis Thurman
Spenser: For Hire
Tony Awards
Self - Presenter
Early Edition
Howard Banner
FX: The Series
Carl Scofeld
L.A. Doctors
Edmund Church
Cop Land
Leo Crasky
The Rock
FBI Director James Womack
E! True Hollywood Story
Celebrity Poker Showdown
Self
WarGames
Jerry
The Negotiator
Chief Al Travis
Trinity
Simon McCallister
Black Rain
Oliver
Presumed Innocent
Detective Dan Lipranzer
Ravenous
General Slauson
The Protector
Ko's Pilot
Sea of Love
Lieutenant
Twilight
Capt. Phil Egan
Green Card
Harry
Forget Paris
Jack
Albino Alligator
Jack
Far from Home
TV Preacher
Hiding Out
Bakey
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
Lesser Prophets
Ed
Cold Around the Heart
Uncle Mike
All Revved Up
Bill Gunter
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
Al Rhinehart
In the Arms of a Killer
Det. Vincent Cusack
Cafe Society
Ray Davioni
Cocaine and Blue Eyes
Joey Crawford
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
Det. Mike Mulick
When No One Would Listen
Walter Wheeler
Echoes
Stephen
The Other Side of Victory
Major Potter
The View
Self
Simple Justice
Det. Phil Sullivan
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Self
Saturday Night Live
Self - Cameo (uncredited)
Golden Globe Awards
Self - Nominee