Rae Dawn Chong
Acting
🎂 1961-02-28
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. 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.
Cast credits(87)
Stacey Mullins
2018
Carrie Fellows
1992
Atty. Westland
1999
Claudia Jardine
1992
1982
Karen Heatherton
1995
Lynn Thomas
2003
Self
2009
Self
2015
Betty Currie
2016
Leesa White
1983
Self - Guest
1968
Florence de Pointe du Lac
2022
2016
Cindy
1985
Hilary Orozco
1987
Squeak
1985
Ola
1994
Dr. Peggy Fowler
2000
Circe Lafemme
1985
Sophie Mason
2003
Rose Orwetto
1995
Ika
1981
The Gypsy
1984
Detective Forge
1995
Jane
1990
Special Agent Danzig
1997
Ann Rich
2000
Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
1990
Jenita
2007
Greta
1974
Tracy Carlson
1984
Sarah Walker
1986
Self
2004
Yogi
1985
Herself
1990
Joan Armstrong
1995
Herself
2020
Rae Dawn Chong
2002
Ruth
2024
Janetta
1978
Julie
1990
1987
Woman at Bar (uncredited)
1996
Sally
1998
Leila
1984
Pearl Antoine
1984
2000
Sister Caroline
2006
Carol
2012
2023
Rhonda
1991
Yvonne
1993
Self
1981
Slave Girl
1987
Detective Burdine
2012
Mayda
2012
M.J.
1993
Karen Donaldson
1993
Rachel Dobs
1987
Dory Ryder
2018
Diana Pierce
1991
J.J.
1994
Christine Horn
1985
The Woman
1996
Vivian
2010
Felicia
2001
Sarah
1985
Ilene Curtis
1991
Cassandra Turner
1996
Circe Lafemme
1986
Sitter 5
2025
Self
2005
Jennifer Irons
1995
Rita
1980
1996
1996
Paola
1990
Mary Reed
2022
Mama Marks
D.A. Linda Garcia
1997
Mary
1999
Madison Taylor
2006
Jenny
2014
Self
1988
Delores
2017
Black Woman
2021
