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Rae Dawn Chong
Actor

Rae Dawn Chong

28 Feb 1961Born
65Age
83Credits
Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaBirthplace

Biography

Rae Dawn Chong, a Canadian-American actress, has graced screens for decades. Born in Edmonton in 1961, the daughter of comedian Tommy Chong, her heritage reflects a rich mix of African-American, Native American, Asian, and Scottish-Irish ancestry. After her debut in the 1978 film "Stony Island," Chong's breakthrough came in 1981 with "Quest for Fire," which earned her a prestigious Genie Award for Best Actress. Throughout the 80s, she thrived with diverse roles in films like "Beat Street," "The Color Purple," "Commando," and "Soul Man," showcasing her versatility across comedies, dramas, and thrillers.

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Continuing to act in the 90s and beyond, Chong has also been a philanthropist, supporting charities and even discovering a future star (Chris Pratt) during his early days as a waiter. With her impactful performances, Rae Dawn Chong remains a remarkable figure in the entertainment industry.

Known for

Filmography

The 80 most recent of 83 credits.

  1. TBARelapseFilm: Accountant
  2. 2026Moodswing WhiskeyFilm: Mama Marks
  3. 2026Scared to DeathFilm: Ruth
  4. 2025The RavenFilm: Nurse Virginia
  5. 2025FEELFilm: Sitter 5
  6. 2023The MistressFilm
  7. 2022Interview with the VampireSeries: Florence de Pointe du Lac (4 episodes)
  8. 2022We Are Gathered Here TodayFilm: Mary Reed
  9. 2021The Sleeping NegroFilm: Black Woman
  10. 2018RebornFilm: Dory Ryder
  11. 20189-1-1Series: Stacey Mullins (2 episodes)
  12. 2017Five MinutesFilm: Delores
  13. 2016Better ThingsSeries (1 episode)
  14. 2016American Crime StorySeries: Betty Currie (8 episodes)
  15. 2014Knock 'em DeadFilm: Jenny
  16. 2012Pegasus vs. ChimeraFilm: Mayda
  17. 2012ShiverFilm: Detective Burdine
  18. 2012Jeff, Who Lives at HomeFilm: Carol
  19. 2010Cyrus: Mind of a Serial KillerFilm: Vivian
  20. 2007ConstellationFilm: Jenita
  21. 2006Greasy RiderFilm
  22. 2006Deadly SkiesFilm: Madison Taylor
  23. 2006Max Havoc: Ring of FireFilm: Sister Caroline
  24. 2003Wild CardSeries: Sophie Mason (18 episodes)
  25. 2003That's So RavenSeries: Lynn Thomas (1 episode)
  26. 2002HighballFilm: Rae Dawn Chong
  27. 2001The VisitFilm: Felicia
  28. 2000Mysterious WaysSeries: Dr. Peggy Fowler (44 episodes)
  29. 2000The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden StoryFilm
  30. 2000Dangerous AttractionFilm: Ann Rich
  31. 2000Cursed Part 3Film: Director
  32. 1999Judging AmySeries: Atty. Westland (1 episode)
  33. 1999Things I Forgot to RememberFilm: Mary
  34. 1998Valentine's DayFilm: Sally
  35. 1997AlibiFilm: D.A. Linda Garcia
  36. 1997Goodbye AmericaFilm: Special Agent Danzig
  37. 1996For HopeFilm: Woman at Bar (uncredited)
  38. 1996Small TimeFilm: The Woman
  39. 1996E! True Hollywood StorySeries (1 episode)
  40. 1996StarlightFilm
  41. 1996Mask of DeathFilm: Cassandra Turner
  42. 1995The BreakFilm: Jennifer Irons
  43. 1995Power of AttorneyFilm: Joan Armstrong
  44. 1995Crying FreemanFilm: Detective Forge
  45. 1995The Outer LimitsSeries: Karen Heatherton (1 episode)
  46. 1995HideawayFilm: Rose Orwetto
  47. 1994BocaFilm: J.J.
  48. 1994BoulevardFilm: Ola
  49. 1993Father & Son: Dangerous RelationsFilm: Yvonne
  50. 1993Time RunnerFilm: Karen Donaldson
  51. 1993When the Party's OverFilm: M.J.
  52. 1992Highlander: The SeriesSeries: Claudia Jardine (1 episode)
  53. 1992Melrose PlaceSeries: Carrie Fellows (3 episodes)
  54. 1991The BorrowerFilm: Diana Pierce
  55. 1991ChaindanceFilm: Ilene Curtis
  56. 1991Prison Stories: Women on the InsideFilm: Rhonda
  57. 1990AmazonFilm: Paola
  58. 1990Curiosity KillsFilm: Jane
  59. 1990Far Out ManFilm: Rae Dawn Chong
  60. 1990Tales from the Darkside: The MovieFilm: Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
  61. 1990DenialFilm: Julie
  62. 1987The PrincipalFilm: Hilary Orozco
  63. 1987The SqueezeFilm: Rachel Dobs
  64. 1987Running Out of LuckFilm: Slave Girl
  65. 1987ZabagabeeFilm
  66. 1986Soul ManFilm: Sarah Walker
  67. 1986Casey at the BatFilm: Circe Lafemme
  68. 1985The Color PurpleFilm: Squeak
  69. 1985CommandoFilm: Cindy
  70. 1985Tall Tales & LegendsSeries: Circe Lafemme (1 episode)
  71. 1985City LimitsFilm: Yogi
  72. 1985American FlyersFilm: Sarah
  73. 1985Badge of the AssassinFilm: Christine Horn
  74. 1984Choose MeFilm: Pearl Antoine
  75. 1984Cheech & Chong's The Corsican BrothersFilm: The Gypsy
  76. 1984Fear CityFilm: Leila
  77. 1984Beat StreetFilm: Tracy Carlson
  78. 1983The HitchhikerSeries: Leesa White (1 episode)
  79. 1982St. ElsewhereSeries: Hooker (4 episodes)
  80. 1981Quest for FireFilm: Ika

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