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