J. T. Walsh
ActingAlso 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.
Movies
(63 total)
Misery
as State Trooper Sherman Douglas (uncredited)
A Few Good Men
as Lt. Col. Matthew A. Markinson
Good Morning, Vietnam
as Sgt. Major Dickerson
Outbreak
as Chief of Staff (uncredited)
The Negotiator
as Insp. Terence Niebaum
Pleasantville
as Big Bob
Backdraft
as Alderman Marty Swayzak
The Client
as Jason McThune
Hannah and Her Sisters
as Ed Smythe
Miracle on 34th Street
as Ed Collins
Breakdown
as Warren 'Red' Barr
Executive Decision
as Senator Mavros
Sling Blade
as Charles Bushman
National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1
as Desk Clerk
Needful Things
as Danforth Keeton III
Tequila Sunrise
as DEA Agent Hal McGuire
The Grifters
as Cole
Sniper
as Beckett's Senior Officer
The Last Seduction
as Frank Griffith
Nixon
as John Ehrlichman
TV Shows
(8 total)
The X-Files
as Warden Leo Brodeur
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
as Col. Charles Fane
L.A. Law
as Pete Bostik
The Equalizer
as Andrew Banks
The Equalizer
as Sam Griffith
Dark Skies
as Frank Bach
