Rae Dawn Chong
Personal Info
Known for
Acting
Gender
Female
Birthday
1961-02-28 (64 years old)
Place of Birth
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Rae Dawn Chong
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.
Known For
Acting
Moodswing Whiskey
as Mama Marks
(2025)
FEEL
as Sitter 5
(2024)
Scared to Death
as Ruth
(2023)
(2022)
We Are Gathered Here Today
as Mary Reed
(2021)
The Sleeping Negro
as Black Woman
(2020)
(2018)
Reborn
as Dory Ryder
(2017)
Five Minutes
as Delores
(2014)
Knock 'em Dead
as Jenny
(2012)
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
as Carol
(2012)
Shiver
as Detective Burdine
(2012)
Pegasus Vs. Chimera
as Mayda
(2010)
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
as Vivian
(2007)
Constellation
as Jenita
(2006)
Max Havoc: Ring of Fire
as Sister Caroline
(2006)
Deadly Skies
as Madison Taylor
(2002)
Highball
as Rae Dawn Chong
(2001)
The Visit
as Felicia
(2000)
(2000)
Dangerous Attraction
as Ann Rich
(1999)
Things I Forgot to Remember
as Mary
(1998)
Valentine's Day
as Sally
(1997)
Goodbye America
as Special Agent Danzig
(1997)
Alibi
as D.A. Linda Garcia
(1996)
For Hope
as Woman at Bar (uncredited)
(1996)
Small Time
as The Woman
(1996)
Mask of Death
as Cassandra Turner
(1996)
(1995)
Crying Freeman
as Detective Forge
(1995)
Hideaway
as Rose Orwetto
(1995)
The Break
as Jennifer Irons
(1995)
Power of Attorney
as Joan Armstrong
(1994)
Boulevard
as Ola
(1994)
Boca
as J.J.
(1993)
When the Party's Over
as M.J.
(1993)
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations
as Yvonne
(1993)
Time Runner
as Karen Donaldson
(1991)
The Borrower
as Diana Pierce
(1991)
Chaindance
as Ilene Curtis
(1991)
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
as Rhonda
(1990)
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
as Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
(1990)
Denial
as Julie
(1990)
Far Out Man
as Herself
(1990)
Curiosity Kills
as Jane
(1990)
Amazon
as Paola
(1988)
Walking After Midnight
as Self
(1987)
The Principal
as Hilary Orozco
(1987)
The Squeeze
as Rachel Dobs
(1987)
Running Out of Luck
as Slave Girl
(1987)
(1986)
Soul Man
as Sarah Walker
(1986)
Casey at the Bat
as Circe Lafemme
(1985)
Commando
as Cindy
(1985)
The Color Purple
as Squeak
(1985)
American Flyers
as Sarah
(1985)
City Limits
as Yogi
(1985)
Badge of the Assassin
as Christine Horn
(1984)
Beat Street
as Tracy Carlson
(1984)
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers
as The Gypsy
(1984)
Fear City
as Leila
(1984)
Choose Me
as Pearl Antoine
(1981)
Quest for Fire
as Ika
(1981)
(1980)
The Top of the Hill
as Rita
(1978)
Stony Island
as Janetta
(1974)
Crew
(2000)
Cursed Part 3
Director