After her performance in “Crocodile Dundee,” Linda Kozlowski became well-known throughout the world. The movie, in which she costarred with Paul Hogan, was a major career turning point. However, Kozlowski progressively left the Hollywood spotlight following the “Dundee” series and a few subsequent appearances.
Born in Fairfield, Connecticut, on January 7, 1958, Linda Kozlowski enrolled in the Juilliard School’s esteemed theater program to further her love of acting. She made her stage debut in a number of off-Broadway musicals following her degree completion in 1981. She eventually moved into supporting parts on Broadway and television, such as in the television film “Death of a Salesman,” in which she costarred with Dustin Hoffman.
Linda faced difficulties on her path to fame. After her appearance in “Death of a Salesman,” she worked as a waiter before relocating to California. She was granted a room in their Malibu beach house at this period by Dustin Hoffman, who had become her mentor, and his wife. From there, Linda started an audition that would permanently alter her life.
Linda successfully auditioned for the part of Sue Charlton in “Crocodile Dundee,” which Dustin Hoffman suggested she play. With almost $320 million in revenue on a $10 million budget, the movie was an enormous success and made Linda Kozlowski a household name almost immediately. It’s interesting to note that the film’s early release in Australia first contributed to her notoriety there.
