J.T. Walsh
Known for Acting · 70 credits
- Born
- 1943-09-28
- Died
- 1998-02-27
- Place of birth
- San Francisco, California, USA
- Also known as
- J. T. Walsh · James Patrick Walsh · James Thomas Patrick Walsh · جی. تی. والش · Jim
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
TV Shows (7)
Movies (63)
The Negotiator
1998
as Insp. Terence Niebaum
Outbreak
1995
as Chief of Staff (uncredited)
A Few Good Men
1992
as Lt. Col. Matthew A. Markinson
Misery
1990
as State Trooper Sherman Douglas (uncredited)
Sniper
1993
as Beckett's Senior Officer
The Client
1994
as Jason McThune
Executive Decision
1996
as Senator Mavros
Pleasantville
1998
as Big Bob
Backdraft
1991
as Alderman Marty Swayzak
Breakdown
1997
as Warren 'Red' Barr
Nixon
1995
as John Ehrlichman
National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1
1993
as Desk Clerk
The Last Seduction
1994
as Frank Griffith
Sling Blade
1996
as Charles Bushman
Good Morning, Vietnam
1987
as Sgt. Major Dickerson
Miracle on 34th Street
1994
as Ed Collins
Needful Things
1993
as Danforth Keeton III
Red Rock West
1993
as Wayne Brown
Hannah and Her Sisters
1986
as Ed Smythe
The Babysitter
1995
as Harry Tucker
Tequila Sunrise
1988
as DEA Agent Hal McGuire
Silent Fall
1994
as Sheriff Mitch Rivers
Tin Men
1987
as Wing
The Grifters
1990
as Cole
Hoffa
1992
as Frank Fitzsimmons
The Russia House
1990
as Colonel Quinn
Crazy People
1990
as Drucker
Persons Unknown
1996
as Cake
Narrow Margin
1990
as Michael Tarlow
Dad
1989
as Dr. Santana
Blue Chips
1994
as Happy
The Big Picture
1989
as Allen Habel
Power
1986
as Jerome Cade
Things Change
1988
as Hotel Manager
Contact
1992
as Radio Lieutenant
The Prom
1992
as Grover Dean
Why Me?
1990
as Francis Mahoney
Crime of the Century
1996
as Col. Norman Schwarzkopf
House of Games
1987
as The Businessman
Iron Maze
1991
as Jack Ruhle
Partners
1993
as "Grave Squad" Lawyer
True Identity
1991
as Houston
Hidden Agenda
1999
as Jonathan Zanuck
The American Clock
1993
Morning Glory
1993
as Sheriff Reese Goodloe
Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade
1994
as Charles Bushman
Jacobo Timerman: Prisoner Without a Name, Cell Without a Number
1983
Defenseless
1991
as Steven Seldes
The Low Life
1995
as Mike Sr
Dark Skies
1996
as Capt. Frank Bach
Black Day Blue Night
1995
as Lt. John Quinn
Eddie Macon's Run
1983
as Man in Bar
Gang in Blue
1996
as Lt. William Eyler
Wired
1989
as Bob Woodward
In the Shadow of a Killer
1992
as Insp. Leo Kemeny
The Little Death
1996
as Ted Hannon
Star Struck
1994
as Greer
Charlie's Ghost Story
1995
as Darryl
Hope
1997
as Ray Percy
Sacred Cargo
1996
as Father Stanislav
Right to Kill?
1985
as Maj. Eckworth
The Beniker Gang
1984
as Principal Stoddard
Hard Choices
1985
as Deputy Anderson
About J.T. Walsh
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… With 70 credits spanning from 1982 to 1999, J.T. Walsh has appeared in 63 films and 7 TV shows.
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Most Popular J.T. Walsh Movies
- The Negotiator (1998) — as Insp. Terence Niebaum
- Outbreak (1995) — as Chief of Staff (uncredited)
- A Few Good Men (1992) — as Lt. Col. Matthew A. Markinson
- Misery (1990) — as State Trooper Sherman Douglas (uncredited)
- Sniper (1993) — as Beckett's Senior Officer
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