Rae Dawn Chong

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Rae Dawn Chong

Acting 65 February 28, 1961

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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 Af…

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9-1-1

9-1-1

8.2 2018 TV Show
Commando

Commando

6.7 1985 Movie
The Color Purple

The Color Purple

7.7 1985 Movie
American Crime Story

American Crime Story

7.6 2016 TV Show
Late Night with David Letterman

Late Night with David Letterman

6.1 1982 TV Show
Melrose Place

Melrose Place

5.8 1992 TV Show
Highlander: The Series

Highlander: The Series

7.4 1992 TV Show
Jeff, Who Lives at Home

Jeff, Who Lives at Home

6.2 2012 Movie
Quest for Fire

Quest for Fire

7.0 1981 Movie
The Dick Cavett Show

The Dick Cavett Show

6.8 1968 TV Show
Interview with the Vampire

Interview with the Vampire

7.6 2022 TV Show
St. Elsewhere

St. Elsewhere

5.7 1982 TV Show

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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.

Filmography

Movies and shows, newest first

  1. 2026
    Moodswing Whiskey

    Movie Mama Marks

  2. 2026
    Scared to Death

    Movie Ruth

  3. 2025
    The Raven

    Movie Nurse Virginia

  4. 2025
    FEEL

    Movie Sitter 5

  5. 2023
    The Mistress

    Movie

  6. 2022
    Interview with the Vampire

    TV show Florence de Pointe du Lac

  7. 2022
    We Are Gathered Here Today

    Movie Mary Reed

  8. 2021
    The Sleeping Negro

    Movie Black Woman

  9. 2020
    Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables

    Movie Herself

  10. 2018
    Reborn

    Movie Dory Ryder

  11. 2018
    9-1-1

    TV show Stacey Mullins

  12. 2017
    Five Minutes

    Movie Delores

  13. 2016
    Better Things

    TV show

  14. 2016
    American Crime Story

    TV show Betty Currie

  15. 2015
    Celebrity Family Feud

    TV show Self

  16. 2014
    Knock 'em Dead

    Movie Jenny

More credits
  1. 2012
    Pegasus vs. Chimera

    Movie Mayda

  2. 2012
    Shiver

    Movie Detective Burdine

  3. 2012
    Jeff, Who Lives at Home

    Movie Carol

  4. 2010
    Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer

    Movie Vivian

  5. 2009
    Celebrity Ghost Stories

    TV show Self

  6. 2007
    Constellation

    Movie Jenita

  7. 2006
    Greasy Rider

    Movie

  8. 2006
    Deadly Skies

    Movie Madison Taylor

  9. 2006
    Max Havoc: Ring of Fire

    Movie Sister Caroline

  10. 2005
    Charity Jam

    TV show Self

  11. 2004
    Open Access

    TV show Self

  12. 2003
    Wild Card

    TV show Sophie Mason

  13. 2003
    That's So Raven

    TV show Lynn Thomas

  14. 2002
    Highball

    Movie Rae Dawn Chong

  15. 2001
    The Visit

    Movie Felicia

  16. 2000
    Mysterious Ways

    TV show Dr. Peggy Fowler

  17. 2000
    The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story

    Movie

  18. 2000
    Dangerous Attraction

    Movie Ann Rich

  19. 2000
    Cursed Part 3

    Movie Director

  20. 1999
    Judging Amy

    TV show Atty. Westland

  21. 1999
    Things I Forgot to Remember

    Movie Mary

  22. 1998
    Valentine's Day

    Movie Sally

  23. 1997
    Alibi

    Movie D.A. Linda Garcia

  24. 1997
    Goodbye America

    Movie Special Agent Danzig