Susan Backlinie

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

as Chrissie

1941

as Polar Bear Woman

The Great Muppet Caper

as Charkie's Water Ballet Performer

The Fall Guy

as Tammy

Two-Minute Warning

as Pretty Blonde Woman in Crowd

Day of the Animals

as Mandy Young

The Making of 'Jaws'

as Self

The Shark Is Still Working: The Impact & Legacy of "Jaws"

as Self

Quark

as Guard #1

The Grizzly and the Treasure

as Eve