Who plays Secretary John Forsyth in Amistad?

Secretary John Forsyth is played by David Paymer.

How is Secretary John Forsyth connected to other characters?

Secretary John Forsyth has 1 mapped relationships in Amistad. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Secretary John Forsyth — Amistad Character Profile

About Secretary John Forsyth

The US Secretary of State ordered by President Van Buren to back the Spanish government's claim to the captives as property. He later receives a sardonic letter from Captain Fitzgerald regarding the case.

Character Facts

Played by: David Paymer
Appears in: Amistad (1997)
Role: Supporting

Relationships (1)

Secretary John Forsyth — related — Martin Van Buren (Nigel Hawthorne)

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