J.T. Walsh
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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
Credits
The Negotiator (1998)
as Insp. Terence Niebaum
Misery (1990)
as State Trooper Sherman Douglas (uncredited)
A Few Good Men (1992)
as Lt. Col. Matthew A. Markinson
The Client (1994)
as Jason McThune
Executive Decision (1996)
as Senator Mavros
Miracle on 34th Street (1994)
as Ed Collins
Outbreak (1995)
as Chief of Staff (uncredited)
Good Morning, Vietnam (1987)
as Sgt. Major Dickerson
Backdraft (1991)
as Alderman Marty Swayzak
Breakdown (1997)
as Warren 'Red' Barr
Pleasantville (1998)
as Big Bob
Hannah and Her Sisters (1986)
as Ed Smythe
National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1 (1993)
as Desk Clerk
Needful Things (1993)
as Danforth Keeton III
Tequila Sunrise (1988)
as DEA Agent Hal McGuire
Sling Blade (1996)
as Charles Bushman
The Last Seduction (1994)
as Frank Griffith
Sniper (1993)
as Beckett's Senior Officer
The Russia House (1990)
as Colonel Quinn
Hoffa (1992)
as Frank Fitzsimmons
The Big Picture (1989)
as Allen Habel
Dad (1989)
as Dr. Santana
The Grifters (1990)
as Cole
Red Rock West (1993)
as Wayne Brown
The Babysitter (1995)
as Harry Tucker
Nixon (1995)
as John Ehrlichman
Blue Chips (1994)
as Happy
Tin Men (1987)
as Wing
Narrow Margin (1990)
as Michael Tarlow
Partners (1993)
as "Grave Squad" Lawyer
Crazy People (1990)
as Drucker
Eddie Macon's Run (1983)
as Man in Bar
House of Games (1987)
as The Businessman
Power (1986)
as Jerome Cade
Crime of the Century (1996)
as Col. Norman Schwarzkopf
Things Change (1988)
as Hotel Manager
True Identity (1991)
as Houston
Defenseless (1991)
as Steven Seldes
Why Me? (1990)
as Francis Mahoney
Persons Unknown (1996)
as Cake
Charlie's Ghost Story (1995)
as Darryl
Iron Maze (1991)
as Jack Ruhle
Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade (1994)
as Charles Bushman
Jacobo Timerman: Prisoner Without a Name, Cell Without a Number (1983)
Actor
Silent Fall (1994)
as Sheriff Mitch Rivers
Black Day Blue Night (1995)
as Lt. John Quinn
Contact (1992)
as Radio Lieutenant
In the Shadow of a Killer (1992)
as Insp. Leo Kemeny
The American Clock (1993)
Actor
The Little Death (1996)
as Ted Hannon
Gang in Blue (1996)
as Lt. William Eyler
The Beniker Gang (1984)
as Principal Stoddard
Dark Skies (1996)
as Capt. Frank Bach
Wired (1989)
as Bob Woodward
Right to Kill? (1985)
as Maj. Eckworth
Hard Choices (1985)
as Deputy Anderson
Morning Glory (1993)
as Sheriff Reese Goodloe
Hidden Agenda (1999)
as Jonathan Zanuck
Hope (1997)
as Ray Percy
Sacred Cargo (1996)
as Father Stanislav
Star Struck (1994)
as Greer
The Low Life (1995)
as Mike Sr
The Prom (1992)
as Grover Dean