J.T. Walsh
Acting
Born: September 28, 1943 · San Francisco, California, USA
Died: February 27, 1998 (aged 54)
Highest Rated
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.
Known for
Misery
1990
A Few Good Men
1992
The X-Files
1993
Good Morning, Vietnam
1987
Outbreak
1995
The Negotiator
1998
Pleasantville
1998
Backdraft
1991
The Client
1994
Hannah and Her Sisters
1986
Miracle on 34th Street
1994
Breakdown
1997
Photos (4)
Movies (62)
A Few Good Men
Lt. Col. Matthew A. Markinson
Misery
State Trooper Sherman Douglas (uncredited)
The Client
Jason McThune
The Negotiator
Insp. Terence Niebaum
Outbreak
Chief of Staff (uncredited)
Backdraft
Alderman Marty Swayzak
Breakdown
Warren 'Red' Barr
Miracle on 34th Street
Ed Collins
Good Morning, Vietnam
Sgt. Major Dickerson
The Grifters
Cole
Tequila Sunrise
DEA Agent Hal McGuire
Executive Decision
Senator Mavros
Pleasantville
Big Bob
Needful Things
Danforth Keeton III
National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1
Desk Clerk
Sniper
Beckett's Senior Officer
The Russia House
Colonel Quinn
Hannah and Her Sisters
Ed Smythe
Sling Blade
Charles Bushman
Nixon
John Ehrlichman
Hoffa
Frank Fitzsimmons
The Last Seduction
Frank Griffith
The Babysitter
Harry Tucker
Tin Men
Wing
Narrow Margin
Michael Tarlow
Red Rock West
Wayne Brown
The Big Picture
Allen Habel
Blue Chips
Happy
Crazy People
Drucker
Dad
Dr. Santana
House of Games
The Businessman
Persons Unknown
Cake
Power
Jerome Cade
Why Me?
Francis Mahoney
Eddie Macon's Run
Man in Bar
True Identity
Houston
Gang in Blue
Lt. William Eyler
Silent Fall
Sheriff Mitch Rivers
Contact
Radio Lieutenant
Iron Maze
Jack Ruhle
Things Change
Hotel Manager
Defenseless
Steven Seldes
Crime of the Century
Col. Norman Schwarzkopf
Black Day Blue Night
Lt. John Quinn
Right to Kill?
Maj. Eckworth
Wired
Bob Woodward
Morning Glory
Sheriff Reese Goodloe
Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade
Charles Bushman
Charlie's Ghost Story
Darryl
The Little Death
Ted Hannon
Hidden Agenda
Jonathan Zanuck
Sacred Cargo
Father Stanislav
The Prom
Grover Dean
In the Shadow of a Killer
Insp. Leo Kemeny
Star Struck
Greer
The American Clock
1993
Dark Skies
Capt. Frank Bach
The Beniker Gang
Principal Stoddard
Jacobo Timerman: Prisoner Without a Name, Cell Without a Number
1983
Hope
Ray Percy
Hard Choices
Deputy Anderson
The Low Life
Mike Sr
TV Shows (8)
The X-Files
Warden Leo Brodeur · 1 eps
L.A. Law
Pete Bostik · 1 eps
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Col. Charles Fane · 1 eps
The Equalizer
Andrew Banks · 1 eps
The Equalizer
Sam Griffith · 1 eps
Spenser: For Hire
1 eps
Dark Skies
Frank Bach · 19 eps
Little Gloria... Happy at Last
2 eps