J.J. Johnston

J.J. Johnston was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Fatal Attraction, JFK, and Spartan. Born on October 24, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, he had a notable career in film and television.

Personal and Family Life

J.J. Johnston was married to Patricia Ann Johnston from 1957 until their divorce in 1983. He was known for his fluency in “Mametese,” a style of dialogue developed by playwright David Mamet. Johnston’s passion for boxing led him to author four books on the subject and be inducted into the California Boxing Hall of Fame in 2004.

Death and Legacy

J.J. Johnston passed away on November 4, 2022. His legacy includes a dedication in the book and play “American Buffalo” to him, recognizing his impact on the arts. Johnston’s work in theater, particularly his performance with Mamet in “Alice in Wonderland,” remains a significant part of his artistic contribution.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Homicide 1991-05-28 Jilly Curran
Beware! The Blob 1972-06-21 Deputy Kelly Davis
Body Shot 1994-03-09 Magruder
The Fixer 1998-03-08 Angelo
JFK 1991-12-20 Mobster with Broussard
Fatal Attraction 1987-09-18 O’Rourke
Things Change 1988-10-21 Frankie
Stranger by Night 1994-11-23 Bobby’s Father
976-EVIL 1988-12-09 Virgil
Desert Steel 1994-05-18 Buck
K-911 1999-12-07 Fat Tommy
Towing 1978-05-24 Butch
Dead Man’s Run 2001-02-05 Detective #1
Queens Logic 1991-02-01 Joey Clams
The Spanish Prisoner 1997-12-03 Doorman
Ricky Jay Plays Poker 2007-02-13 Self
Redbelt 2008-04-07
Spartan 2004-03-12 Night Club Manager
The Prime Gig 2001-04-24 Lloyd
Above Suspicion 1995-05-21 Hank
Lakeboat 2000-04-13 Stan
The Water Engine 1992-08-24 White Haired Man
Peter Gunn 1989-04-23 Barney
An Innocent Man 1989-10-06 Joseph Donatelli
Whose Life Is It Anyway? 1981-12-02 Guard
State and Main 2000-08-26 Stationmaster
Stars & Bars 1988-03-18 Doorman
Hitters 2002-12-01 Nano
Weeds 1987-10-16 Lazarus
Mad Dog and Glory 1993-03-05 Shanlon
Who Killed Atlanta’s Children? 2000-07-16 Clark Hildebrandt
Crisis in Mid-Air 1979-02-13
A Winner Never Quits 1986-04-13 Trainer
An Inconvenient Woman 1991-05-12 Capt. Mariano
The Equalizer 1985-09-18 Frank
The Librarians 2014-12-07 General Uriah Loveday
The King of Queens 1998-09-21 Chick
Married… with Children 1987-04-05 Happy
Married… with Children 1987-04-05 Bebe
Married… with Children 1987-04-05 Louie
Married… with Children 1987-04-05 Security Guard
Bright Falls 2010-04-25 Mechanic
Fallen Angels 1993-08-01 Cop #1
Wings 1990-04-19 Mr. DeCarlo