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).
Known for
ActingBirthday
September 1, 1946Deathday
May 11, 2024Gender
FemaleKnown Movie Credits
10Place of birth
Miami, Florida, USA
Cast credits
Jaws
Chrissie
Day of the Animals
Mandy Young
The Grizzly and the Treasure
Eve
A Stranger in My Forest
Susie
The Making of 'Jaws'
Self
1941
Polar Bear Woman
Two-Minute Warning
Pretty Blonde Woman in Crowd
The Great Muppet Caper
Charkie's Water Ballet Performer
Terror in the Aisles
Chrissie Watkins (archive footage) (uncredited)
The Shark Is Still Working: The Impact & Legacy of 'Jaws'
SelfImages
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