Susan Backlinie
Born: 1946-09-01
Birthplace: Miami, Florida, USA
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).
Known For
Jaws
1941
Two-Minute Warning
The Great Muppet Caper
The Shark Is Still Working
Day of the Animals
The Making of 'Jaws'
Jaws Toy Movie
A Stranger in My Forest
The Grizzly and the Treasure
Top Movie Credits
Jaws
Chrissie
1941
Polar Bear Woman
Two-Minute Warning
Pretty Blonde Woman in Crowd
The Great Muppet Caper
Charkie's Water Ballet Performer
Day of the Animals
Mandy Young
The Making of 'Jaws'
Self
Jaws Toy Movie
Christine (voice)
A Stranger in My Forest
Susie