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Linda Benson is an American stuntwoman and actress. She is best known for her work in films such as The Towering Inferno (1974), The Blues Brothers (1980), and The Terminator (1984). Benson was born in Encinitas, California, and began her career as a stuntwoman in the late 1960s. She has worked on over 200 films and television shows, including The Towering Inferno, The Blues Brothers, The Terminator, The Rocketeer, and The Mask of Zorro. Benson has also appeared in several films as an actress, including The Towering Inferno, The Blues Brothers, and The Terminator. She has also appeared in television shows such as The A-Team, MacGyver, and The Fall Guy. Benson is married to stuntman and actor Gary Baxley. They have two children.

Popular As Linda Rae Benson
Occupation stunts,actress
Age 71 years old
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Born 24 May 1944
Birthday 24 May
Birthplace Encinitas, California, USA
Date of death 19 April, 2015
Died Place Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Nationality United States

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Linda Benson Height, Weight & Measurements

At 71 years old, Linda Benson height is 5' 2" (1.57 m) .

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Height 5' 2" (1.57 m)
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Dating & Relationship status

She is currently single. She is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about She's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, She has no children.
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Linda Benson Net Worth

Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Linda Benson worth at the age of 71 years old? Linda Benson’s income source is mostly from being a successful Stunts. She is from United States. We have estimated Linda Benson's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1977

After several years spent struggling with alcoholism, Linda managed to surmount her drinking problems in 1977 and began to surf again in 1979.

1969

Benson quit competitive surfing in 1969 and subsequently dropped out of surfing altogether.

1966

From 1966 to 2003 Benson worked as a flight attendant for United Airlines.

1964

Linda's other notable contest wins include the United States Invitational in 1964, the West Coast Championship in both 1960 and 1961, and the United States Championship in both 1964 and 1968.

Moreover, Benson not only was a runner-up in the 1964 World Championship and was the top female vote-getter in a 1965 reader's poll for Surfing Illustrated magazine, but also was the first female surfer to grace the cover of a surfing magazine after she was featured on the cover of a 1963 issue of Surf Guide.

1960

Surfboard shaper Don Hansen built and sold a Linda Benson signature skateboard in the mid-1960's. In addition, Linda was Annette Funicello's surfing double for several "Beach Party" movies as well as Deborah Walley's surfing double for two "Gidget" films.

1959

After mastering such basic surfing techniques as hanging five, walking the board, and performing multiple spins, Linda made her competitive debut in the 1959 West Coast Surfing Championship and won said contest. Benson went on to win the Makaha International contest in Hawaii a few weeks later.

1944

Champion pioneering female surfer Linda Rae Benson was born on May 24, 1944 in Encinitas, California. Her father was a former drummer for Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra. Benson started surfing at age eleven and at age fifteen was the first woman to surf the legendary big waves at Waimea Bay in Hawaii.

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