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