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Was Vinick supposed to win?
Spencer’s death, the plot for last night’s episode had been set: the election was to be won by Alan Alda’s Arnold Vinick, a maverick Republican (modeled a bit on Senator John McCain), whom many Democrats (including the Democrats who write the show) could learn to love. But after Mr. Spencer died, Mr.
Who played Senator Vinick?
Alan Alda
Arnold Vinick
| Arnold (Arnie) Vinick | |
|---|---|
| Portrayed by | Alan Alda |
| In-universe information | |
| Nickname | Arnie, “Big Sur” (Secret Service code name, S7E3), “Beltway Arnie” |
| Occupation | Four-term U.S. Senator (R-CA) (Seasons 6-7), Presidential Candidate (Seasons 6-7) Incoming Secretary of State (Season 7) |
Who wins between Santos and Vinick?
Despite the death of his running mate Leo McGarry on election night, Santos was narrowly elected president of the United States after defeating Arnold Vinick in the Electoral College by a vote of 272–266.
Does Vinick take secretary of state?
After Santos’ Inauguration, Arnold Vinick was unanimously confirmed in the Senate to fill the position of Secretary of State.
Did John Spencer leave West Wing?
At the time of his death, Spencer had appeared in two of the five West Wing episodes then in post-production. Those episodes were Running Mates and The Cold. His death was subsequently written into the show as his character, vice presidential candidate McGarry, dying of a heart attack on election night.
Who is Anita Morales in West Wing?
Helen Santos | West Wing Wiki | Fandom.
When did Alan Alda join West Wing?
2004
Beginning in 2004, Alda was a regular cast member on the NBC program The West Wing, portraying Republican U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Arnold Vinick, until the show’s conclusion in May 2006.
Is Bailey the first episode?
Season(s)
| First seen | Last seen |
|---|---|
| Game On | Tomorrow |
Who replaced Leo West Wing?
Secretary C.J. Cregg
In season six Leo had a heart attack outside Camp David, leading to his replacement by White House Press Secretary C.J. Cregg.
Did CJ Cregg sleep with John Hoynes?
C.J., however, seems more than reasonably distressed by the whole incident. She pays Hoynes a visit to give him a warning, and it becomes clear that she was one of the women with whom the Vice President had an affair. C.J. later relates to Toby how deeply she regretted sleeping with Hoynes.
When did Alan Alda join the West Wing?
2000s. Beginning in 2004, Alda was a regular cast member on the NBC program The West Wing, portraying California Republican U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Arnold Vinick, until the show’s conclusion in May 2006.
Did Charlie and Zoey end up together?
Zoey Bartlet Zoey and Charlie start dating shortly after meeting at the White House in 1999. They later break up, though Charlie professes his love for her, much to her chagrin (and secret delight).