Susan Backlinie
Acting
September 1, 1946 — May 11, 2024Miami, 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).
Known for
2009The Shark Is Still Working
Self
1995The Making of 'Jaws'
Self
1981The Great Muppet Caper
Charkie's Water Ballet Performer
19791941
Polar Bear Woman
1977Day of the Animals
Mandy Young
1976A Stranger in My Forest
Susie
1976Two-Minute Warning
Pretty Blonde Woman in Crowd
1975Jaws
Chrissie
1975The Grizzly and the Treasure
Eve