Susan Buckner, a movie and tv actress greatest recognized for enjoying cheerleader Patty Simcox in Grease, has died on the age of 72, in line with a number of reviews.
“Susan died peacefully on Could 2 surrounded by family members,” publicist Melissa Berthier stated in an announcement to Individuals. No reason for demise was offered.
“The sunshine she introduced into each room will probably be missed eternally,” Buckner’s daughter, Samantha Mansfield, additionally instructed the publication. “She was magic, and I used to be very fortunate to name her my greatest buddy.”
The actress, who was born in Seattle, Washington, in 1952, received her begin as a magnificence queen. She gained Miss Washington in 1971 and went on to position within the Prime 10 within the 1972 Miss America pageant, tying for first within the swimsuit competitors.
She appeared in numerous roles on movie and tv all through the Seventies, with the position of plucky cheerleader Patty Simcox changing into her most memorable and recognizable. Buckner took a step again from performing within the Eighties to boost her household.
Along with Grease, Buckner appeared on 9 episodes of The Brady Bunch Hour, as a member of the synchronized swimming group The Krofftettes. She additionally had roles on B.J. and the Bear, The Love Boat, When the Whistle Blows and extra.
Buckner is survived by Mansfield and her husband Adam, son Adam Josephs and his spouse Noel, grandchildren Oliver, Riley, Abigail and Ruby, in addition to her sister Linda and longtime accomplice Al.
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