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Rae Dawn Chong
Rae Dawn Chong

Rae Dawn Chong

ActingBorn February 28, 1961 (age 65)Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Biography

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

2026Movie
2025
The Raven

as Nurse Virginia

Movie
2025
FEEL

as Sitter 5

Movie
2023Movie
2022
Interview with the Vampire

as Florence de Pointe du Lac

TV
2022Movie
2021
The Sleeping Negro

as Black Woman

Movie
2018
Reborn

as Dory Ryder

Movie
2018
9-1-1

as Stacey Mullins

TV
2017
Five Minutes

as Delores

Movie
2016
American Crime Story

as Betty Currie

TV
2014Movie
2012Movie
2012
Shiver

as Detective Burdine

Movie
2012Movie
2007
Constellation

as Jenita

Movie
2006Movie
2006
Deadly Skies

as Madison Taylor

Movie
2006
Max Havoc: Ring of Fire

as Sister Caroline

Movie
2005TV
2004TV
2003
Wild Card

as Sophie Mason

TV
2003
That's So Raven

as Lynn Thomas

TV
2002
Highball

as Rae Dawn Chong

Movie
2001
The Visit

as Felicia

Movie
2000
Mysterious Ways

as Dr. Peggy Fowler

TV
2000Movie
1999
Judging Amy

as Atty. Westland

TV
1998Movie
1997
Alibi

as D.A. Linda Garcia

Movie
1997
Goodbye America

as Special Agent Danzig

Movie
1996
For Hope

as Woman at Bar (uncredited)

Movie
1996
Small Time

as The Woman

Movie
1996Movie
1996
Mask of Death

as Cassandra Turner

Movie
1995
The Break

as Jennifer Irons

Movie
1995
Power of Attorney

as Joan Armstrong

Movie
1995
Crying Freeman

as Detective Forge

Movie
1995
The Outer Limits

as Karen Heatherton

TV
1995
Hideaway

as Rose Orwetto

Movie
1994
Boca

as J.J.

Movie
1994
Boulevard

as Ola

Movie
1993
Time Runner

as Karen Donaldson

Movie
1993Movie
1992
Highlander: The Series

as Claudia Jardine

TV
1992
Melrose Place

as Carrie Fellows

TV
1991
The Borrower

as Diana Pierce

Movie
1991
Chaindance

as Ilene Curtis

Movie
1990
Amazon

as Paola

Movie
1990Movie
1990
Far Out Man

as Herself

Movie
1990
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie

as Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)

Movie
1990
Denial

as Julie

Movie
1988Movie
1987
The Principal

as Hilary Orozco

Movie
1987
The Squeeze

as Rachel Dobs

Movie
1987
Running Out of Luck

as Slave Girl

Movie
1987Movie
1986
Soul Man

as Sarah Walker

Movie
1986
Casey at the Bat

as Circe Lafemme

Movie
1985Movie
1985
Commando

as Cindy

Movie
1985
Tall Tales & Legends

as Circe Lafemme

TV
1985Movie
1985Movie
1985
Badge of the Assassin

as Christine Horn

Movie
1984
Choose Me

as Pearl Antoine

Movie
1984
Fear City

as Leila

Movie
1984
Beat Street

as Tracy Carlson

Movie
1983
The Hitchhiker

as Leesa White

TV
1982
St. Elsewhere

as Hooker

TV
1982TV
1981Movie
1980TV
1978
Stony Island

as Janetta

Movie
1968
The Dick Cavett Show

as Self - Guest

TV
Moodswing Whiskey

as Mama Marks

Movie
Relapse

as Accountant

Movie

Personal Info

DepartmentActing
BirthdayFebruary 28, 1961
Place of BirthEdmonton, Alberta, Canada
Popularity1.2