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.
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 (Movies)
Hidden Agenda
Character:Jonathan Zanuck
Release Date:02/11/1999
Pleasantville
Character:Big Bob
Release Date:17/09/1998
The Negotiator
Character:Insp. Terence Niebaum
Release Date:29/07/1998
Hope
Character:Ray Percy
Release Date:19/10/1997
Breakdown
Character:Warren 'Red' Barr
Release Date:02/05/1997
Persons Unknown
Character:Cake
Release Date:27/12/1996
Dark Skies
Character:Capt. Frank Bach
Release Date:21/09/1996
Crime of the Century
Character:Col. Norman Schwarzkopf
Release Date:14/09/1996
Gang in Blue
Character:Lt. William Eyler
Release Date:08/09/1996
Sling Blade
Character:Charles Bushman
Release Date:30/08/1996
Sacred Cargo
Character:Father Stanislav
Release Date:13/08/1996
The Little Death
Character:Ted Hannon
Release Date:26/03/1996
Executive Decision
Character:Senator Mavros
Release Date:15/03/1996
Nixon
Character:John Ehrlichman
Release Date:22/12/1995
Charlie's Ghost Story
Character:Darryl
Release Date:13/12/1995
The Low Life
Character:Mike Sr
Release Date:01/11/1995
The Babysitter
Character:Harry Tucker
Release Date:17/10/1995
Black Day Blue Night
Character:Lt. John Quinn
Release Date:01/10/1995
Outbreak
Character:Chief of Staff (uncredited)
Release Date:10/03/1995
Miracle on 34th Street
Character:Ed Collins
Release Date:18/11/1994
Star Struck
Character:Greer
Release Date:30/10/1994
Silent Fall
Character:Sheriff Mitch Rivers
Release Date:28/10/1994
The Client
Character:Jason McThune
Release Date:20/07/1994
The Last Seduction
Character:Frank Griffith
Release Date:26/05/1994
Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade
Character:Charles Bushman
Release Date:26/03/1994
Blue Chips
Character:Happy
Release Date:18/02/1994
Partners
Character:"Grave Squad" Lawyer
Release Date:12/11/1993
Morning Glory
Character:Sheriff Reese Goodloe
Release Date:17/09/1993
Needful Things
Character:Danforth Keeton III
Release Date:27/08/1993
Red Rock West
Character:Wayne Brown
Release Date:14/05/1993
National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1
Character:Desk Clerk
Release Date:04/02/1993
Sniper
Character:Beckett's Senior Officer
Release Date:29/01/1993
The American Clock
Character:
Release Date:02/01/1993
Hoffa
Character:Frank Fitzsimmons
Release Date:25/12/1992
A Few Good Men
Character:Lt. Col. Matthew A. Markinson
Release Date:11/12/1992
In the Shadow of a Killer
Character:Insp. Leo Kemeny
Release Date:27/04/1992
The Prom
Character:Grover Dean
Release Date:01/01/1992
Contact
Character:Radio Lieutenant
Release Date:01/01/1992
Iron Maze
Character:Jack Ruhle
Release Date:01/11/1991
Defenseless
Character:Steven Seldes
Release Date:23/08/1991
True Identity
Character:Houston
Release Date:23/08/1991
Backdraft
Character:Alderman Marty Swayzak
Release Date:24/05/1991
The Russia House
Character:Colonel Quinn
Release Date:21/12/1990
Misery
Character:State Trooper Sherman Douglas (uncredited)
Release Date:30/11/1990
Narrow Margin
Character:Michael Tarlow
Release Date:21/09/1990
The Grifters
Character:Cole
Release Date:08/08/1990
Crazy People
Character:Drucker
Release Date:13/04/1990
Why Me?
Character:Francis Mahoney
Release Date:08/02/1990
Dad
Character:Dr. Santana
Release Date:27/10/1989
The Big Picture
Character:Allen Habel
Release Date:15/09/1989
Wired
Character:Bob Woodward
Release Date:25/08/1989
Tequila Sunrise
Character:DEA Agent Hal McGuire
Release Date:02/12/1988
Things Change
Character:Hotel Manager
Release Date:21/10/1988
Good Morning, Vietnam
Character:Sgt. Major Dickerson
Release Date:23/12/1987
House of Games
Character:The Businessman
Release Date:11/10/1987
Tin Men
Character:Wing
Release Date:06/03/1987
Hannah and Her Sisters
Character:Ed Smythe
Release Date:07/02/1986
Power
Character:Jerome Cade
Release Date:31/01/1986
Right to Kill?
Character:Maj. Eckworth
Release Date:22/05/1985
Hard Choices
Character:Deputy Anderson
Release Date:24/01/1985
The Beniker Gang
Character:Principal Stoddard
Release Date:02/11/1984
Jacobo Timerman: Prisoner Without a Name, Cell Without a Number
Character:
Release Date:22/05/1983
Eddie Macon's Run
Character:Man in Bar
Release Date:23/03/1983
Television Appearances
Dark Skies
Character:Frank Bach
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Character:Col. Charles Fane
The X-Files
Character:Warden Leo Brodeur
L.A. Law
Character:Pete Bostik
Spenser: For Hire
Character:
The Equalizer
Character:Andrew Banks
The Equalizer
Character:Sam Griffith
Little Gloria... Happy at Last
Character:
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