Susan Backlinie was an American actress, stuntwoman, and animal trainer. She is best remembered for playing Chrissie Watkins, the first shark victim in Steven Spielberg’s Jaws , a role that became iconic in film history. Before acting, she worked as a stunt performer and was known for her skills with wild animals, especially bears. Backlinie later appeared in Day of the Animals , The Great Muppet Caper , and made a cameo in Spielberg’s comedy 1941. She eventually retired from Hollywood and pursued a career as an animal trainer in Florida.
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