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Susan Blakely is an American actress and model. She was born on September 7, 1948 in Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany. She is best known for her roles in the 1976 miniseries Rich Man, Poor Man and its sequel Rich Man, Poor Man Book II, for which she received an Emmy Award nomination. She also starred in the films The Towering Inferno (1974) and Report to the Commissioner (1975). Blakely began her career as a model in the early 1970s, appearing in numerous print and television advertisements. She made her film debut in The Towering Inferno (1974) and went on to appear in several other films, including Report to the Commissioner (1975), The Concorde... Airport '79 (1979), and Over the Top (1987). In 1976, Blakely starred in the miniseries Rich Man, Poor Man, for which she received an Emmy Award nomination. She reprised her role in the sequel, Rich Man, Poor Man Book II (1976). She also starred in the television series The Six Million Dollar Man (1976-1978) and Fantasy Island (1978-1984). In addition to her acting career, Blakely has also done voice-over work for television and radio commercials. She is also an accomplished painter and sculptor. Blakely is married to real estate developer Richard Hissong and has two children.

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Occupation actress
Age 74 years old
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Born 7 September 1948
Birthday 7 September
Birthplace Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany
Nationality Germany

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Susan Blakely Height, Weight & Measurements

At 74 years old, Susan Blakely height is 5' 8½" (1.74 m) .

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Height 5' 8½" (1.74 m)
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Who Is Susan Blakely's Husband?

Her husband is Steve Jaffe (16 July 1982 - present), Todd Merer (1969 - ?) ( divorced)

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Husband Steve Jaffe (16 July 1982 - present), Todd Merer (1969 - ?) ( divorced)
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Susan Blakely Net Worth

Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Susan Blakely worth at the age of 74 years old? Susan Blakely’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actress. She is from Germany. We have estimated Susan Blakely's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Source of Income Actress

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Timeline

2006

Having starred on stage in the 2006 world premiere of "Diva!" at the La Jolla Playhouse in San Diego, Susan has guested on several popular TV programs including "Diagnosis Murder," "Baywatch," "Strong Medicine," "Cold Case," "Nip/Tuck," "Murder 101," "Two and a Half Men," "Brothers and Sisters," "NCIS" and "This Is Us. "In recent years, Susan has broadened her horizons once again as a semi-precious jewelry designer. . . and once again she has met this challenge with great success.

2002

Into the millennium, Susan accomplished a prime, award-winning turn in the low-profile film Hungry Hearts (2002).

1986

Story (1986); and crime attorney Leslie Abramson in Honor Thy Father and Mother: The True Story of the Menendez Murders (1994).

1981

This monumental acting opportunity kicked off a highly rewarding career in TV mini-movies, playing an array of flawed but fascinating and newsworthy ladies, including Hitler mistress Eva Braun opposite Anthony Hopkins in The Bunker (1981); tormented actress Frances Farmer in Will There Really Be a Morning? (1983); political wife Joan Bennett Kennedy in The Ted Kennedy Jr.

1980

A few other interesting roles came in as well that belied Susan's glossy, pretty-girl image -- ranging from an amphetamine addict in the TV movie A Cry for Love (1980) to a housewife who changes into a werewolf in the movie My Mom's a Werewolf (1989).

1978

Auditioned for the role of Lois Lane in Superman (1978).

1976

by earning a Golden Globe and Emmy nomination for her exceptional work as "Julie Prescott" in the acclaimed TV mini-series epic Rich Man, Poor Man (1976) with both Peter Strauss and Nick Nolte vying for her attention. It was star-making turns for all three leads.

1974

Her first popular movie role came about surrounded by a high-and-mighty all-star cast in Irwin Allen's epic disaster The Towering Inferno (1974), as the spoiled princess-like daughter of unscrupulous skyscraper builder William Holden and wife of callous, pretty-boy opportunist Richard Chamberlain. Lightweight as the role was, Susan willingly accepted the challenge of proving herself in Hollywood as more than just another starlet with a gorgeous face. She did. . . and became a prominent name in Hollywood to boot. . .

1972

Billed initially as Susie Blakely, she was cast in small, capricious, deb-like turns in such films as Savages (1972) (her debut) and The Way We Were (1973).

1970

She continues to stand out in a crowd with her wholesome beauty, knock-out figure and dazzling smile. Ever-radiant TV and film resident Susan Blakely found success on several paths she chose for herself over the years -- first as a model, then as an award-winning actress, and as a jewelry designer. The trim and trendy blonde is best known for enhancing a mild stream of popular films during the 1970s and 1980s.

Divorced from her first husband in the 1970s, Susan remarried in 1982. Her present husband, media consultant, litigation and political adviser Steve Jaffe, has also reaped rewards as a film and television producer.

1969

Married in 1969 to lawyer and screenwriting hopeful Todd Merer, they chanced a move to Hollywood to seek their fame and fortune.

1948

Born on September 7, 1948, in Frankfurt, Germany, Susan is the daughter of U. S. Army Colonel Lawrence Blakely. While growing up, she traveled extensively throughout the world with her family including Korea, Hawaii and, finally, Texas. Following a year of study at the University of Texas, Susan moved to New York and managed to secure a place for herself as a high-priced magazine and TV ad model for the Ford Modeling Agency. At the same time, Susan was encouraged to try her hand at acting and studied at the Neighborhood Playhouse.

1937

Other films have included co-star/featured roles in The Cherokee Strip (1937), Extreme Limits (2001), Mating Dance (2008), The Genesis Code (2010), and Displacement (2016), as well as several gay-themed short films of director Marc Saltarelli -- To Comfort You (2009), Pride (2011) Remember to Breathe (2013) and Speak (2016).