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What episode does John Spencer die?
Election Day
At the time, he had filmed two episodes of The West Wing that were in post-production — ”Running Mates,” in which Leo struggles through debate prep, and “The Cold.” For the episodes “Election Day Part I” and “Election Day Part II,” John’s death was written into the show, and Leo McGarry also passed away.
Is John Spencer still alive?
Deceased (1946–2005)
John Spencer/Living or Deceased
In what episode does Leo McGarry die?
| Leo McGarry | |
|---|---|
| Last appearance | “The Cold” |
| Created by | Aaron Sorkin |
| Portrayed by | John Spencer Sterling K. Brown (A West Wing Special to Benefit When We All Vote) |
| In-universe information |
Did John Spencer die suddenly?
It’s no coincidence that John Spencer was on two series that won a combined five best drama Emmys while he was on board. David Kelley, who was running “L.A. Law” when Spencer joined in 1990, chose Spencer, who suddenly died of a heart attack Friday at 58, as the perfect man to play rumpled attorney Tommy Mullaney.
Did Leo from West Wing died in real life?
He was best known for his role as Leo McGarry on the NBC political drama series The West Wing. His performance on the show earned him a Primetime Emmy Award in 2002….John Spencer (actor)
| John Spencer | |
|---|---|
| Died | December 16, 2005 (aged 58) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Resting place | Laurel Grove Memorial Park, Totowa, New Jersey |
| Occupation | Actor |
Who becomes vice president after Leo died?
Matt Santos
| Matt Santos (in universe; office holder) | |
|---|---|
| Vice President | Eric Baker |
| Preceded by | Josiah Bartlet |
| Succeeded by | Unknown |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas’s 18th district |
Who becomes press secretary after CJ?
Annabeth Schott was a producer for The Taylor Reid Show who later accepted a job at the White House as Deputy Press Secretary after C.J. Cregg’s promotion to Chief of Staff. She would later participate in the Santos campaign and Santos administration.
What did actor John Spencer die of?
Heart attack
John Spencer/Cause of death
Spencer died of a heart attack in a Los Angeles hospital on December 16, 2005, four days before his 59th birthday.
Did John Spencer die before the end of West Wing?
John Spencer, who played the wise chief of staff to President Jed Bartlet (Martin Sheen), died in 2005 before the end of the show’s final season, while Kathryn Joosten, who played the president’s secretary Mrs.
Was John Spencer ill before his death?
John Spencer, 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. He was 58. He said Spencer had been struggling with health issues but seemed to have rebounded.