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Susan Backlinie

Known for: Acting

Born: September 1, 1946

Died: May 11, 2024

Place of birth: Miami, Florida, USA

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

9 movies · 2 TV shows, newest first

7.3

The Shark Is Still Working

The Making of 'Jaws'

The Fall Guy

The Great Muppet Caper

1941

Day of the Animals

Quark

Two-Minute Warning

A Stranger in My Forest

Jaws

The Grizzly and the Treasure

1975