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.
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.
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Filmography (Movies)
Scared to Death
Character:Ruth
Release Date:13/03/2026
FEEL
Character:Sitter 5
Release Date:16/05/2025
The Mistress
Character:
Release Date:28/07/2023
We Are Gathered Here Today
Character:Mary Reed
Release Date:16/08/2022
The Sleeping Negro
Character:Black Woman
Release Date:12/02/2021
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
Character:Herself
Release Date:25/08/2020
Reborn
Character:Dory Ryder
Release Date:03/11/2018
Five Minutes
Character:Delores
Release Date:18/01/2017
Knock 'em Dead
Character:Jenny
Release Date:01/06/2014
Pegasus vs. Chimera
Character:Mayda
Release Date:15/09/2012
Shiver
Character:Detective Burdine
Release Date:21/04/2012
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
Character:Carol
Release Date:16/03/2012
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
Character:Vivian
Release Date:01/10/2010
Constellation
Character:Jenita
Release Date:01/02/2007
Greasy Rider
Character:
Release Date:14/10/2006
Deadly Skies
Character:Madison Taylor
Release Date:15/08/2006
Max Havoc: Ring of Fire
Character:Sister Caroline
Release Date:28/07/2006
Highball
Character:Rae Dawn Chong
Release Date:02/04/2002
The Visit
Character:Felicia
Release Date:20/04/2001
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
Character:
Release Date:31/05/2000
Dangerous Attraction
Character:Ann Rich
Release Date:30/05/2000
Things I Forgot to Remember
Character:Mary
Release Date:10/06/1999
Valentine's Day
Character:Sally
Release Date:01/01/1998
Alibi
Character:D.A. Linda Garcia
Release Date:16/03/1997
Goodbye America
Character:Special Agent Danzig
Release Date:06/01/1997
For Hope
Character:Woman at Bar (uncredited)
Release Date:17/11/1996
Small Time
Character:The Woman
Release Date:11/11/1996
Starlight
Character:
Release Date:18/06/1996
Mask of Death
Character:Cassandra Turner
Release Date:25/05/1996
The Break
Character:Jennifer Irons
Release Date:01/09/1995
Power of Attorney
Character:Joan Armstrong
Release Date:01/08/1995
Crying Freeman
Character:Detective Forge
Release Date:23/04/1995
Hideaway
Character:Rose Orwetto
Release Date:03/03/1995
Boca
Character:J.J.
Release Date:16/09/1994
Boulevard
Character:Ola
Release Date:01/05/1994
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations
Character:Yvonne
Release Date:19/04/1993
Time Runner
Character:Karen Donaldson
Release Date:17/03/1993
When the Party's Over
Character:M.J.
Release Date:12/03/1993
The Borrower
Character:Diana Pierce
Release Date:16/08/1991
Chaindance
Character:Ilene Curtis
Release Date:31/05/1991
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
Character:Rhonda
Release Date:26/01/1991
Amazon
Character:Paola
Release Date:14/12/1990
Curiosity Kills
Character:Jane
Release Date:27/06/1990
Far Out Man
Character:Herself
Release Date:11/05/1990
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
Character:Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
Release Date:03/05/1990
Denial
Character:Julie
Release Date:21/01/1990
Walking After Midnight
Character:Self
Release Date:01/01/1988
The Principal
Character:Hilary Orozco
Release Date:18/09/1987
The Squeeze
Character:Rachel Dobs
Release Date:10/07/1987
Running Out of Luck
Character:Slave Girl
Release Date:02/02/1987
Zabagabee
Character:
Release Date:01/01/1987
Soul Man
Character:Sarah Walker
Release Date:24/10/1986
Casey at the Bat
Character:Circe Lafemme
Release Date:20/01/1986
The Color Purple
Character:Squeak
Release Date:18/12/1985
Commando
Character:Cindy
Release Date:03/10/1985
City Limits
Character:Yogi
Release Date:01/09/1985
American Flyers
Character:Sarah
Release Date:16/08/1985
Badge of the Assassin
Character:Christine Horn
Release Date:04/01/1985
Choose Me
Character:Pearl Antoine
Release Date:29/08/1984
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers
Character:The Gypsy
Release Date:27/07/1984
Fear City
Character:Leila
Release Date:18/07/1984
Beat Street
Character:Tracy Carlson
Release Date:08/06/1984
Quest for Fire
Character:Ika
Release Date:16/12/1981
À propos de 'La guerre du feu'
Character:Self
Release Date:01/01/1981
The Top of the Hill
Character:Rita
Release Date:06/02/1980
Stony Island
Character:Janetta
Release Date:17/11/1978
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton
Character:Greta
Release Date:06/01/1974
Television Appearances
Interview with the Vampire
Character:Florence de Pointe du Lac
9-1-1
Character:Stacey Mullins
Better Things
Character:
American Crime Story
Character:Betty Currie
Celebrity Family Feud
Character:Self
Celebrity Ghost Stories
Character:Self
Charity Jam
Character:Self
Open Access
Character:Self
Wild Card
Character:Sophie Mason
That's So Raven
Character:Lynn Thomas
Mysterious Ways
Character:Dr. Peggy Fowler
Judging Amy
Character:Atty. Westland
E! True Hollywood Story
Character:
The Outer Limits
Character:Karen Heatherton
Highlander: The Series
Character:Claudia Jardine
Melrose Place
Character:Carrie Fellows
Tall Tales & Legends
Character:Circe Lafemme
The Hitchhiker
Character:Leesa White
St. Elsewhere
Character:Hooker
The Dick Cavett Show
Character:Self - Guest
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