Age, Biography and Wiki
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) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Body Measurements | Not Available |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
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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| Parents | Not Available |
| Husband | Not Available |
| Sibling | Not Available |
| Children | Not Available |
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 |
| Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
| Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
| House | Not Available |
| Cars | Not Available |
| Source of Income | Stunts |
Linda Benson Social Network
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Timeline
After several years spent struggling with alcoholism, Linda managed to surmount her drinking problems in 1977 and began to surf again in 1979.
Benson quit competitive surfing in 1969 and subsequently dropped out of surfing altogether.
From 1966 to 2003 Benson worked as a flight attendant for United Airlines.
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.
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.
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.
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.
