Susan Backlinie

Acting

Born September 1, 1946 · 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).

Films (9)

The Shark Is Still Working

2009

The Making of 'Jaws'

1995

The Great Muppet Caper

1981

1941

1979

Day of the Animals

1977

Two-Minute Warning

1976

A Stranger in My Forest

1976

Jaws

1975

The Grizzly and the Treasure

1975