
Susan Backlinie
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- September 1, 1946
- Died
- May 11, 2024
- Birthplace
- 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).
Filmography

The Shark Is Still Working 2009
as Self

The Making of 'Jaws' 1995
as Self

The Great Muppet Caper 1981
as Charkie's Water Ballet Performer

1941 1979
as Polar Bear Woman

Day of the Animals 1977
as Mandy Young

Two-Minute Warning 1976
as Pretty Blonde Woman in Crowd

A Stranger in My Forest 1976
as Susie

Jaws 1975
as Chrissie

The Grizzly and the Treasure 1975
as Eve
Credits from TMDB.