Susan Backlinie

Personal Info

Born: 1946-09-01
Died: 2024-05-11

Place of Birth: Miami, Florida, USA

Known For: Acting

Biography

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).

Filmography

Jaws

Chrissie
7.7

Day of the Animals

Mandy Young
5.2

The Grizzly and the Treasure

Eve
5.0

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

Self
7.2

A Stranger in My Forest

Susie
0.0

The Making of 'Jaws'

Self
6.7

1941

Polar Bear Woman
5.8

The Great Muppet Caper

Charkie's Water Ballet Performer
6.9

Two-Minute Warning

Pretty Blonde Woman in Crowd
6.2