Susan Backlinie

Susan Jane Backlinie (September 1, 1946 - May 11, 2024) was an American former actress and stuntwoman. She is known for her role as Chrissie Watkins, the first shark victim in Steven Spielberg's blockbuster Jaws (1975).

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Date of Birth

Sep 01, 1946

Place of Birth

Miami, Florida, USA

Date of Death

May 11, 2024

Age

Known For

Acting

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Movie Credits

Jaws

1975

Chrissie

Terror in the Aisles

1984

Chrissie Watkins (archive footage) (uncredited)

1941

1979

Polar Bear Woman

The Great Muppet Caper

1981

Charkie's Water Ballet Performer

Day of the Animals

1977

Mandy Young

Two-Minute Warning

1976

Pretty Blonde Woman in Crowd

The Shark Is Still Working: The Impact & Legacy of 'Jaws'

2009

Self

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TV Show Credits

The Fall Guy

Tammy

Quark

Guard #1