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Henry Spencer

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Henry Spencer is the retired detective and criminology professor father of the show's protagonist, Shawn Spencer. Despite a strained relationship due to his strict parenting style, Henry cares deeply for his son and often helps him solve cases using his keen observational skills and analytical mind.

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