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Linda Kozlowski

Linda Kozlowski is a retired American actress best known for playing Sue Charlton in the Crocodile Dundee film series.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Linda Kozlowski is a retired American actress best known for playing Sue Charlton in the Crocodile Dundee film series. Born in Fairfield, Connecticut, she trained at the Juilliard School and began her career on stage before achieving international recognition in film.

Early life and education

Linda Kozlowski was born on January 7, 1958, in Fairfield, Connecticut. She studied acting at the Juilliard School and worked in theatre before transitioning to screen roles.

Career

Kozlowski began her career in theatre and gained her most prominent screen role as Sue Charlton in Crocodile Dundee (1986). She later appeared in the film's sequels and other productions, but is primarily identified with the Crocodile Dundee franchise.

Personal life

During filming of Crocodile Dundee, Kozlowski began a relationship with co-star Paul Hogan. The couple married in 1990, had a son named Chance, and divorced in 2014.

Recognition

Her performance in the first Crocodile Dundee film earned her a Golden Globe Award nomination. This role is consistently identified as the one that made her internationally known.

Key facts

  • Linda Kozlowski is best known for playing Sue Charlton in the Crocodile Dundee film series.
  • She studied at the Juilliard School and worked in theatre before film roles.
  • She received a Golden Globe nomination for the first Crocodile Dundee film.
  • She married Paul Hogan in 1990; they divorced in 2014.
  • She has one son with Hogan named Chance.
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Canadian context

The Crocodile Dundee films were widely distributed in Canada, making Kozlowski a familiar figure to Canadian audiences through a major international film franchise.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Linda Kozlowski?
Linda Kozlowski is a retired American actress best known for her role as Sue Charlton in the Crocodile Dundee films.
When was Linda Kozlowski born?
She was born on January 7, 1958.
Where was Linda Kozlowski born?
She was born in Fairfield, Connecticut, United States.
What is Linda Kozlowski best known for?
She is best known for playing Sue Charlton in the Crocodile Dundee film series.
Did Linda Kozlowski study acting?
Yes. Sources state that she studied at the Juilliard School and worked in theatre before becoming known in film.
Was Linda Kozlowski married to Paul Hogan?
Yes. She married Paul Hogan in 1990, and the marriage ended in divorce in 2014.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linda_Kozlowski
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, best-known role, and Golden Globe nomination.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0468957/bio/
    Supports: Birthplace, Juilliard education, marriage to Paul Hogan, and son Chance.
  3. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0468957/
    Supports: Career overview and Crocodile Dundee trilogy details.
  4. Kinoboxhttps://www.kinobox.cz/osobnosti/25413-linda-kozlowski
    Supports: Biography, Juilliard education, Crocodile Dundee role, marriage, child, and divorce.
  5. Rotten Tomatoeshttps://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/linda_kozlowski
    Supports: Birthday, birthplace, stage beginnings, and Crocodile Dundee role.
  6. ČSFDhttps://www.csfd.cz/tvurce/558-linda-kozlowski/prehled/
    Supports: Birthplace, Juilliard education, theatre background, and early career details.