Susan Backlinie Movies

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).

Filmography

Jaws

1975

As Chrissie

Day of the Animals

1977

As Mandy Young

The Grizzly and the Treasure

1975

As Eve

A Stranger in My Forest

1976

As Susie

The Making of 'Jaws'

1995

As Self

1941

1979

As Polar Bear Woman

Two-Minute Warning

1976

As Pretty Blonde Woman in Crowd

The Great Muppet Caper

1981

As Charkie's Water Ballet Performer

Terror in the Aisles

1984

As Chrissie Watkins (archive footage) (uncredited)

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

2009

As Self