John Spencer
Acting
Born December 20, 1946 · New York City, New York, USA
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, earnin…
Known For · 40 titles
Law & Order
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
The West Wing
Saturday Night Live
The View
Tony Awards
Golden Globe Awards
Miami Vice
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Touched by an Angel
L.A. Law
The Outer Limits
Early Edition
Duckman
FX: The Series
The Rock
The Patty Duke Show
Spenser: For Hire
L.A. Doctors
WarGames
The Negotiator
Celebrity Poker Showdown
Cop Land
Presumed Innocent
Black Rain
Sea of Love
The Protector
Trinity
Twilight
Ravenous
All Revved Up
E! True Hollywood Story
Green Card
Albino Alligator
Cold Around the Heart
Far from Home
The Other Side of Victory
Forget Paris
In the Arms of a Killer