Rae Dawn Chong
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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.
Known for
Credits
Commando (1985)
as Cindy
The Color Purple (1985)
as Squeak
Crying Freeman (1995)
as Detective Forge
Quest for Fire (1981)
as Ika
Soul Man (1986)
as Sarah Walker
The Principal (1987)
as Hilary Orozco
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie (1990)
as Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
The Borrower (1991)
as Diana Pierce
Beat Street (1984)
as Tracy Carlson
Fear City (1984)
as Leila
Scared to Death (2026)
as Ruth
Hideaway (1995)
as Rose Orwetto
Shiver (2012)
as Detective Burdine
Jeff, Who Lives at Home (2012)
as Carol
American Flyers (1985)
as Sarah
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story (2000)
Actor
Far Out Man (1990)
as Herself
Choose Me (1984)
as Pearl Antoine
Max Havoc: Ring of Fire (2006)
as Sister Caroline
Denial (1990)
as Julie
The Squeeze (1987)
as Rachel Dobs
When the Party's Over (1993)
as M.J.
City Limits (1985)
as Yogi
For Hope (1996)
as Woman at Bar (uncredited)
Reborn (2018)
as Dory Ryder
FEEL (2025)
as Sitter 5
Constellation (2007)
as Jenita
Time Runner (1993)
as Karen Donaldson
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers (1984)
as The Gypsy
Five Minutes (2017)
as Delores
The Mistress (2023)
Actor
Boca (1994)
as J.J.
The Break (1995)
as Jennifer Irons
Small Time (1996)
as The Woman
Deadly Skies (2006)
as Madison Taylor
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations (1993)
as Yvonne
Dangerous Attraction (2000)
as Ann Rich
Mask of Death (1996)
as Cassandra Turner
The Visit (2001)
as Felicia
Boulevard (1994)
as Ola
Highball (2002)
as Rae Dawn Chong
Amazon (1990)
as Paola
Alibi (1997)
as D.A. Linda Garcia
Badge of the Assassin (1985)
as Christine Horn
Goodbye America (1997)
as Special Agent Danzig
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer (2010)
as Vivian
Stony Island (1978)
as Janetta
Zabagabee (1987)
Actor
Valentine's Day (1998)
as Sally
Relapse (—)
as Accountant
Pegasus vs. Chimera (2012)
as Mayda
Knock 'em Dead (2014)
as Jenny
Running Out of Luck (1987)
as Slave Girl
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside (1991)
as Rhonda
Moodswing Whiskey (—)
as Mama Marks
Chaindance (1991)
as Ilene Curtis
Starlight (1996)
Actor
The Raven (2025)
as Nurse Virginia
We Are Gathered Here Today (2022)
as Mary Reed
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables (2020)
as Herself
Curiosity Kills (1990)
as Jane
Walking After Midnight (1988)
as Self
Casey at the Bat (1986)
as Circe Lafemme
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton (1974)
as Greta
Power of Attorney (1995)
as Joan Armstrong
Greasy Rider (2006)
Actor
Things I Forgot to Remember (1999)
as Mary
The Sleeping Negro (2021)
as Black Woman
À propos de 'La guerre du feu' (1981)
as Self