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Susan Buckner
Biography
Susan Buckner (January 28, 1952 - May 2, 2024) was an American former actress, best known for playing Patty Simcox in 1978's Grease. Prior to her acting career she was crowned Miss Washington in 1971 and in September went on to become a top ten finalist in the Miss America 1972 pageant (she tied for first in the swimsuit preliminary), which was eventually won by Miss Ohio Laurel Lea Schaefer. Her acting career is sprinkled with supporting roles in television, stage, and film.
Top Filmography
7.4
Grease
1978 // MOVIE
5.5
Deadly Blessing
1981 // MOVIE
7.3
Starsky & Hutch
1975 // TV
6.3
The Love Boat
1977 // TV
4.8
The First Nudie Musical
1976 // MOVIE
5.5
B. J. and the Bear
1979 // TV
6.0
The Amazing Howard Hughes
1977 // MOVIE
6.7
Switch
1975 // TV
8.4
The Grease Story
2017 // MOVIE
8.6
Hallmark Hall of Fame
1951 // TV
5.7
1 vs. 100
2006 // TV
7.5
Return Engagement
1978 // MOVIE
7.5
Where Are They Now?
1999 // TV
2.0
The Brady Bunch Hour
1977 // TV
5.0
When the Whistle Blows
1980 // TV