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Dec 19, 2005 · Spencer described acting as "my escape, my nourishment". West Wing colleagues have paid tribute to actor John Spencer, who died of a heart attack in Los Angeles, just four days before his 59th birthday. Spencer was best known for his role as Leo McGarry, chief of staff to the US president on hit series The West Wing.
Dec 19, 2005 · John Spencer Dies West Wing actor suffers heart attack. by Willow Green | Published on 19 12 2005. People: John Spencer. Emmy-winning actor John Spencer, best known for his role as Leo McGarry on ...
John Spencer was born John Speshock III in Paterson, New Jersey, the only son of Mildred (Benzeroski), a homemaker and occasional waitress, and John Speshock, a truck driver. He grew up near Paterson, New Jersey, and left at age 16 to attend the Professional Children's School. In 1963, he landed a recurring role on The Patty Duke Show (1963).
Dec 17, 2020 · Mini bio of the life of actor John Spencer who is probably most famous for his role as Leo McGarry on the NBC political drama series The West WingThis video ...
Feb 10, 2024 · Summary. Leo McGarry's death in The West Wing was inspired by the real-life death of actor John Spencer, who played the character. The loss was deeply felt by both the cast and the characters in the series. Leo McGarry was not only President Bartlet's Chief of Staff but also his best friend, making his death a significant plot point in the show.
Dec 17, 2005 · LOS ANGELES — John Spencer, 58, who played a tough and dedicated politico on “The West Wing” who survived a serious illness to run for vice president, died of a heart attack Friday.
John Spencer was born John Speshock III in Paterson, New Jersey, the only son of Mildred (Benzeroski), a homemaker and occasional waitress, and John Speshock, a truck driver. He grew up near Paterson, New Jersey, and left at age 16 to attend the Professional Children's School. In 1963, he landed a recurring role on The Patty Duke Show (1963).
