Rae Dawn Chong
Acting
Born 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 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.
Directed (1)
Acting (67)
Scared to Death
2026
The Raven
2025
FEEL
2025
The Mistress
2023
We Are Gathered Here Today
2022
The Sleeping Negro
2021
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
2020
Reborn
2018
Five Minutes
2017
Knock 'em Dead
2014
Pegasus vs. Chimera
2012
Shiver
2012
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
2012
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
2010
Constellation
2007
Greasy Rider
2006
Deadly Skies
2006
Max Havoc: Ring of Fire
2006
Highball
2002
The Visit
2001
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
2000
Dangerous Attraction
2000
Things I Forgot to Remember
1999
Valentine's Day
1998
Alibi
1997
Goodbye America
1997
For Hope
1996
Small Time
1996
Starlight
1996
Mask of Death
1996
The Break
1995
Power of Attorney
1995
Crying Freeman
1995
Hideaway
1995
Boca
1994
Boulevard
1994
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations
1993
Time Runner
1993
When the Party's Over
1993
The Borrower
1991
Chaindance
1991
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
1991
Amazon
1990
Curiosity Kills
1990
Far Out Man
1990
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
1990
Denial
1990
Walking After Midnight
1988
The Principal
1987
The Squeeze
1987
Running Out of Luck
1987
Zabagabee
1987
Soul Man
1986
Casey at the Bat
1986
The Color Purple
1985
Commando
1985
City Limits
1985
American Flyers
1985
Badge of the Assassin
1985
Choose Me
1984
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers
1984
Fear City
1984
Beat Street
1984
Quest for Fire
1981
À propos de 'La guerre du feu'
1981
Stony Island
1978
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton
1974