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