58
Age
30
Movies
22
TV Shows
7.8
Rating
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, earning him five Emmy Award nominations, including a win in 2002. Spencer passed away on December 16, 2005, at the age of 58.
58
Died at
30
Movies
22
TV Shows
7.8
Avg Rating
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, earning him five Emmy Award nominations, including a win in 2002. Spencer passed away on December 16, 2005, at the age of 58.
Saturday Night Live
1975
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, earning him five Emmy Award nominations, including a win in 2002. Spencer passed away on December 16, 2005, at the age of 58.
Gender
Male
Birthday
December 20, 1946
Died
December 16, 2005
Birthplace
New York City, New York, USA
Also Known As
The Rock
1996
The Negotiator
1998
WarGames
1983
Black Rain
1989
Presumed Innocent
1990
Cop Land
1997
The Protector
1985
Ravenous
1999
Sea of Love
1989
Forget Paris
1995
Twilight
1998
Green Card
1990
Albino Alligator
1997
Far from Home
1989
Cafe Society
1997
Cold Around the Heart
1997
Lesser Prophets
1997
Hiding Out
1987
The Verne Miller Story
1988
Perry Mason: The Case of the Grimacing Governor
1994
+ 10 more movies
Law & Order
1990
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
Saturday Night Live
1975
Golden Globe Awards
1944
The West Wing
1999
Miami Vice
1984
The View
1997
L.A. Law
1986
Tony Awards
1956
Touched by an Angel
1994
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
1993
Early Edition
1996
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003
The Outer Limits
1995
Duckman
1994
FX: The Series
1996
Spenser: For Hire
1985
L.A. Doctors
1998
The Patty Duke Show
1963
Celebrity Poker Showdown
2003
+ 2 more TV shows
