J. T. Walsh
Born September 28, 1943 (Age: 82)
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San Francisco, California, USA
Biography
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.
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.
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Filmography
Pleasantville
1998
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as Big Bob
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Age: 54
The Negotiator
1998
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as Insp. Terence Niebaum
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Age: 54
Hope
1997
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as Ray Percy
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Age: 54
Breakdown
1997
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as Warren 'Red' Barr
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Age: 53
Persons Unknown
1996
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as Cake
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Age: 53
Dark Skies
1996
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as Capt. Frank Bach
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Age: 52
Crime of the Century
1996
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as Col. Norman Schwarzkopf
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Age: 52
Gang in Blue
1996
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as Lt. William Eyler
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Age: 52
Sling Blade
1996
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as Charles Bushman
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Age: 52
Sacred Cargo
1996
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as Father Stanislav
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Age: 52
The Little Death
1996
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as Ted Hannon
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Age: 52
Executive Decision
1996
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as Senator Mavros
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Age: 52
Nixon
1995
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as John Ehrlichman
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Age: 52
Outbreak
1995
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as Chief of Staff (uncredited)
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Age: 51
Miracle on 34th Street
1994
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as Ed Collins
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Age: 51
Silent Fall
1994
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as Sheriff Mitch Rivers
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Age: 51
The Client
1994
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as Jason McThune
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Age: 50
The Last Seduction
1994
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as Frank Griffith
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Age: 50
Blue Chips
1994
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as Happy
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Age: 50
No Image
Partners
1993
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as "Grave Squad" Lawyer
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Age: 50
Morning Glory
1993
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as Sheriff Reese Goodloe
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Age: 49
Needful Things
1993
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as Danforth Keeton III
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Age: 49
Red Rock West
1993
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as Wayne Brown
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Age: 49
National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1
1993
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as Desk Clerk
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Age: 49
Sniper
1993
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as Beckett's Senior Officer
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Age: 49
The American Clock
1993
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as
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Age: 49
Hoffa
1992
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as Frank Fitzsimmons
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Age: 49
A Few Good Men
1992
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as Lt. Col. Matthew A. Markinson
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Age: 49
In the Shadow of a Killer
1992
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as Insp. Leo Kemeny
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Age: 48
Contact
1992
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as Radio Lieutenant
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Age: 48
The Prom
1992
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as Grover Dean
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Age: 48
Iron Maze
1991
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as Jack Ruhle
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Age: 48
True Identity
1991
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as Houston
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Age: 47
Defenseless
1991
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as Steven Seldes
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Age: 47
Backdraft
1991
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as Alderman Marty Swayzak
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Age: 47
The Russia House
1990
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as Colonel Quinn
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Age: 47
Misery
1990
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as State Trooper Sherman Douglas (uncredited)
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Age: 47
Narrow Margin
1990
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as Michael Tarlow
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Age: 46
The Grifters
1990
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as Cole
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Age: 46
Crazy People
1990
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as Drucker
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Age: 46
Why Me?
1990
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as Francis Mahoney
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Age: 46
Dad
1989
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as Dr. Santana
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Age: 46
The Big Picture
1989
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as Allen Habel
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Age: 45
Wired
1989
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as Bob Woodward
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Age: 45
Tequila Sunrise
1988
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as DEA Agent Hal McGuire
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Age: 45
Things Change
1988
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as Hotel Manager
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Age: 45
Good Morning, Vietnam
1987
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as Sgt. Major Dickerson
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Age: 44
House of Games
1987
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as The Businessman
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Age: 44
Tin Men
1987
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as Wing
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Age: 43
Hannah and Her Sisters
1986
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as Ed Smythe
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Age: 42
Power
1986
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as Jerome Cade
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Age: 42
Right to Kill?
1985
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as Maj. Eckworth
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Age: 41
Hard Choices
1985
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as Deputy Anderson
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Age: 41
Eddie Macon's Run
1983
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as Man in Bar
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Age: 39