Susan Foster
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- May 27, 1948 in Torrance, Kalifornie, USA
- Age
- 78
- Active Years
- 1967–1974 (8 Years)
- Total Credits
- 10 credits in database
Biography
Susan Foster is an American actress known for her work in acting, including western action roles such as in the 1974 action-drama television series Sierra, created by Robert A. Cinader. Her filmography includes a known credit count of ten. Biographical records note conflicting information regarding her birthplace, with sources stating she was born either in Torrance, California, or in Queens, New York. She was raised in East Hampton, Long Island, where she attended East Hampton High School. Foster later attended Hunter College in New York City, majoring in communications and minoring in theatre. Growing up in East Hampton surrounded by artisans and artistic relatives, she lived close to the homes of Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning, finding creative inspiration in her artistic surroundings.
Career overview
Susan Foster is an American actress known for her work in acting. Her known credits include ten entries. Among her known acting work, she appeared in western action roles, notably in the 1974 action-drama television series Sierra, which was created by Robert A. Cinader. Her credited acting work also includes the production Went to Coney Island on a Mission from God... Be Back by Five.
Born as Susan Lynn Foster, she was born in Torrance, California, and also cited as born in Queens, New York. She was raised in East Hampton, Long Island, where she attended East Hampton High School. Growing up, she was surrounded by artisans and artistic relatives, residing close to the homes of Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning, which provided her with creative inspiration during her upbringing.
Following high school, Foster continued her education at Hunter College in New York City. At Hunter College, she was a communications major and a theatre minor, completing an educational path that laid the groundwork for her pursuits in the entertainment industry as an actress.
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Full Filmography
10 titles- Sierra (1974) as Ranger Julie Beck
- The Magician (1973) as Maggie Platt
- The Boy Who Cried Werewolf (1973) as Jenny
- Ghost Story (1972) as Fern
- Haunts of the Very Rich (1972) as Miss Upton
- Columbo (1971) as Susan Foster
- Billy Jack (1971) as Cindy
- Love, American Style (1969) as Julie
- Hawaii Five-O (1968) as Mary Ellen
- The Born Losers (1967) as Linda Prang
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Susan Foster best known for?
Susan Foster is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Mirrors (2008), The Magician (1973), Ghost Story (1972), The Color Purple (1985).
When and where was Susan Foster born?
Susan Foster was born on May 27, 1948 in Torrance, Kalifornie, USA.
How many credits does Susan Foster have?
Susan Foster has 10 film and television credits listed on archytele, with work dated between 1967 and 1974.
What is Susan Foster's background in cinema and television?
Susan Foster is an American actress known for her work in acting, including western action roles such as in the 1974 action-drama television series Sierra, created by Robert A. Cinader. Her filmography includes a known credit count of ten. Biographical records note conflicting information regarding her birthplace, with...
Susan Foster by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Columbo (1971) as Susan Foster — aged about 23
- Ghost Story (1972) as Fern — aged about 24
- Hawaii Five-O (1968) as Mary Ellen — aged about 20
- The Magician (1973) as Maggie Platt — aged about 25
- The Born Losers (1967) as Linda Prang — aged about 19
- Love, American Style (1969) as Julie — aged about 21
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