Quick Facts
Born:
1952-01-28
Birthplace:
Seattle, Washington, USA
Credits:
16 Total Roles
Susan Buckner
Acting
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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.
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.
Known For
Grease
Patty Simcox
Deadly Blessing
Vicky
Starsky & Hutch
Self
The Love Boat
KIm Patterson
The First Nudie Musical
Dancer
B. J. and the Bear
Self
The Amazing Howard Hughes
Jean Harlow
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Jessica
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Grease Story MOVIE | Patty Simcox |
| 2006 | 1 vs. 100 TV | Self |
| 1999 | Where Are They Now? TV | Self |
| 1981 | Deadly Blessing MOVIE | Vicky |
| 1980 | When the Whistle Blows TV | Self |
| 1979 | B. J. and the Bear TV | Self |
| 1978 | Return Engagement MOVIE | Janice |
| 1978 | Grease MOVIE | Patty Simcox |
| 1977 | The Love Boat TV | KIm Patterson |
| 1977 | The Amazing Howard Hughes MOVIE | Jean Harlow |