J.T. Walsh
Acting
James Thomas Patrick 'J.T.' Walsh (September 28, 1943 - February 27, 1998) was an American actor. Known for his versatility and ability to play a wide range of characters, he had a successful career in film, television, and theater. Before becoming an actor, Walsh worked as a stagehand and set builder. He made his on-screen debut in the early 1980s and quickly gained recognition for his convincing performances, often portraying authority figures or antagonists. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, his career took off with notable roles in films like Good Morning, Vietnam (1987), A Few Good Men (1992), and Sling Blade (1996). He had a commanding and intense presence on screen, making him memorable in both lead and supporting roles. He was known for his roles as "quietly sinister white-collar sleazeballs" (quote from Leonard Maltin) in numerous feature films and was described as "everybody's favourite scumbag" by Playboy magazine. He was known for his dedication to authenticity and his meticulous approach to acting. He seamlessly transitioned between genres, showcasing his talent in drama, comedy, and suspense, earning him respect as a character actor. Sadly, his career was cut short when he passed away on February 27, 1998, at the age of 54.
Known for
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movieHidden Agenda
1999
Jonathan Zanuck
moviePleasantville
1998
Big Bob
movieThe Negotiator
1998
Insp. Terence Niebaum
movieHope
1997
Ray Percy
movieBreakdown
1997
Warren 'Red' Barr
movieDark Skies
1996
Capt. Frank Bach
tvDark Skies
1996
Frank Bach
movieCrime of the Century
1996
Col. Norman Schwarzkopf
movieGang in Blue
1996
Lt. William Eyler
movieSling Blade
1996
Charles Bushman
movieSacred Cargo
1996
Father Stanislav
movieThe Little Death
1996
Ted Hannon
movieExecutive Decision
1996
Senator Mavros
movieNixon
1995
John Ehrlichman
movieThe Low Life
1995
Mike Sr
movieThe Babysitter
1995
Harry Tucker
movieBlack Day Blue Night
1995
Lt. John Quinn
movieOutbreak
1995
Chief of Staff (uncredited)
movieMiracle on 34th Street
1994
Ed Collins
movieStar Struck
1994
Greer
movieSilent Fall
1994
Sheriff Mitch Rivers
movieThe Client
1994
Jason McThune
movieThe Last Seduction
1994
Frank Griffith
movieSome Folks Call It a Sling Blade
1994
Charles Bushman
movieBlue Chips
1994
Happy
Partners
1993
"Grave Squad" Lawyer
movieMorning Glory
1993
Sheriff Reese Goodloe
tvLois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
1993
Col. Charles Fane
tvThe X-Files
1993
Warden Leo Brodeur
movieNeedful Things
1993
Danforth Keeton III
movieRed Rock West
1993
Wayne Brown
movieSniper
1993
Beckett's Senior Officer
movieHoffa
1992
Frank Fitzsimmons
movieA Few Good Men
1992
Lt. Col. Matthew A. Markinson
movieIn the Shadow of a Killer
1992
Insp. Leo Kemeny
movieThe Prom
1992
Grover Dean
movieContact
1992
Radio Lieutenant
movieIron Maze
1991
Jack Ruhle
movieDefenseless
1991
Steven Seldes
movieTrue Identity
1991
Houston
movieBackdraft
1991
Alderman Marty Swayzak
movieThe Russia House
1990
Colonel Quinn
movieMisery
1990
State Trooper Sherman Douglas (uncredited)
movieNarrow Margin
1990
Michael Tarlow
movieCrazy People
1990
Drucker
movieWhy Me?
1990
Francis Mahoney
movieDad
1989
Dr. Santana
movieThe Big Picture
1989
Allen Habel
movieWired
1989
Bob Woodward
movieTequila Sunrise
1988
DEA Agent Hal McGuire
movieThings Change
1988
Hotel Manager
movieGood Morning, Vietnam
1987
Sgt. Major Dickerson
movieHouse of Games
1987
The Businessman
movieTin Men
1987
Wing
tvL.A. Law
1986
Pete Bostik
movieHannah and Her Sisters
1986
Ed Smythe
moviePower
1986
Jerome Cade
tvThe Equalizer
1985
Andrew Banks / Sam Griffith
movieRight to Kill?
1985
Maj. Eckworth
movieHard Choices
1985
Deputy Anderson
movieThe Beniker Gang
1984
Principal Stoddard
movieEddie Macon's Run
1983
Man in Bar
Crew1
movieHidden Agenda
1999
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