Susan Blakely Net Worth is an American actress and former fashion model best known for her performance as Julie Prescott in the television miniseries Rich Man, Poor Man. Born on September 7, 1948, she built a lasting career through film and television roles, earning recognition for her dramatic performances. Susan Blakely’s estimated net worth is $8 million, according to published celebrity wealth estimates. Her career includes notable productions such as The Towering Inferno and Will There Really Be a Morning?, making her a familiar name in American entertainment.
Susan Blakely Net Worth Quick Bio
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Details
Full Name
Susan Blakely
Date of Birth
September 7, 1948
Height
5 feet 5 inches (165 cm), reported
Age
78 years old in November 2026
Nickname
No widely documented nickname
Birthplace
Frankfurt, Germany
Nationality
American
Profession
Actress and former fashion model
Net Worth
Estimated $8 million
Famous For
Playing Julie Prescott in Rich Man, Poor Man
Other Notable Works
The Towering Inferno, Will There Really Be a Morning?, Over the Top
Date of Birth Sign
Virgo
Parents
Larry Blakely and Mary Louise
Siblings
Public information is limited
Education
University of Texas at El Paso; acting studies at the Neighborhood Playhouse
Early Career
Began modeling in 1967
Acting Debut
Savages (1972)
Career
Film and television acting, modeling
Awards
Golden Globe Award for Rich Man, Poor Man
Award Year
1977
Hair Color
Blonde
Eye Color
Blue
Weight
Reported as approximately 54 kg (119 lbs)
Marital Status
Married
Husband
Steve Jaffe
Marriage Year
1982
Previous Husband
Todd Merer
Previous Marriage
1969; later divorced
Children
No reliably established public information
Hobbies
No well-documented public information
Instagram
No verified official account established
Career Highlights
Award-winning television performance and a long career in film
Income Sources
Acting and earlier modeling work
Lifestyle
Personal spending and assets are not publicly detailed
Family Life
Generally keeps her private life out of the spotlight
Current Residence
Not reliably established
Legacy
Remembered for her acclaimed television performances and contributions to American entertainment
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A Timeline Susan Blakely
Year
Career Milestone
1967
Began her professional modeling career with Ford Modeling Agency.
1972
Made her screen debut in Savages.
1973
Appeared in The Way We Were.
1974
Gained attention for The Towering Inferno and The Lords of Flatbush.
1975
Appeared in Report to the Commissioner and Capone.
1976
Rose to prominence as Julie Prescott in Rich Man, Poor Man.
1977
Won a Golden Globe Award for Rich Man, Poor Man and received an Emmy nomination.
1979
Appeared in The Concorde… Airport ’79.
1981
Portrayed Eva Braun in the television film The Bunker.
1983
Played Frances Farmer in Will There Really Be a Morning?
1987
Appeared in Sylvester Stallone’s film Over the Top.
2000s
Continued appearing in television and film productions.
2010
Shared a Best Actress award for the short film To Comfort You.
2017–2018
Appeared in television series including NCIS and This Is Us.
2022
Appeared in Emily or Oscar.
Susan Blakely Family
Family Detail
Information
Father
Larry Blakely, an Army colonel
Mother
Mary Louise
Siblings
Public information is limited
First Husband
Todd Merer, a screenwriter
First Marriage
1969
Divorce
1981
Current Husband
Steve Jaffe, a public relations consultant and filmmaker
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