Rae Dawn Chong
- Teen actor
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.
Acted in
Scared to Death
2024
as Ruth
The Mistress
2023
Interview with the Vampire
2022
as Florence de Pointe du Lac
We Are Gathered Here Today
2022
as Mary Reed
The Sleeping Negro
2021
as Black Woman
Tales Behind The Darkside: The Making Of Four Ghoulish Fables
2020
as Herself
Reborn
2018
as Dory Ryder
9-1-1
2018
as Stacey Mullins
Five Minutes
2017
as Delores
Better Things
2016
American Crime Story
2016
as Betty Currie
Celebrity Family Feud
2015
as Self
Knock 'em Dead
2014
as Jenny
Pegasus Vs. Chimera
2012
as Mayda
Shiver
2012
as Detective Burdine
Jeff, Who Lives at Home
2012
as Carol
Cyrus: Mind of a Serial Killer
2010
as Vivian
Constellation
2007
as Jenita
Deadly Skies
2006
as Madison Taylor
Max Havoc - Ring of Fire
2006
as Sister Caroline
Charity Jam
2005
as Self
Open Access
2004
as Self
Wild Card
2003
as Sophie Mason
That's So Raven
2003
as Lynn Thomas
Highball
2002
as Rae Dawn Chong
The Visit
2001
as Felicia
Mysterious Ways
2000
as Dr. Peggy Fowler
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
2000
Dangerous Attraction
2000
as Ann Rich
Judging Amy
1999
as Atty. Westland
Things I Forgot to Remember
1999
as Mary
Valentine's Day
1998
as Sally
Alibi
1997
as D.A. Linda Garcia
Goodbye America
1997
as Special Agent Danzig
For Hope
1996
as Woman at Bar (uncredited)
Small Time
1996
as The Woman
E! True Hollywood Story
1996
Starlight
1996
Mask of Death
1996
as Cassandra Turner
The Break
1995
as Jennifer Irons
Power of Attorney
1995
as Joan Armstrong
Crying Freeman
1995
as Detective Forge
The Outer Limits
1995
as Karen Heatherton
Hideaway
1995
as Rose Orwetto
Boca
1994
as J.J.
Boulevard
1994
as Ola
Father & Son: Dangerous Relations
1993
as Yvonne
Time Runner
1993
as Karen Donaldson
When the Party's Over
1993
as M.J.
Highlander: The Series
1992
as Claudia Jardine
Melrose Place
1992
as Carrie Fellows
The Borrower
1991
as Diana Pierce
Chaindance
1991
as Ilene Curtis
Prison Stories: Women on the Inside
1991
as Rhonda
Amazon
1990
as Paola
Curiosity Kills
1990
as Jane
Far Out Man
1990
as Herself
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie
1990
as Carola (segment ‘Lover’s Vow’)
Denial
1990
as Julie
Walking After Midnight
1988
as Self
The Principal
1987
as Hilary Orozco
The Squeeze
1987
as Rachel Dobs
Running Out of Luck
1987
as Slave Girl
Zabagabee
1987
Soul Man
1986
as Sarah Walker
Casey at the Bat
1986
as Circe Lafemme
The Color Purple
1985
as Squeak
Commando
1985
as Cindy
Tall Tales & Legends
1985
as Circe Lafemme
City Limits
1985
as Yogi
American Flyers
1985
as Sarah
Badge of the Assassin
1985
as Christine Horn
Choose Me
1984
as Pearl Antoine
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers
1984
as The Gypsy
Fear City
1984
as Leila
Beat Street
1984
as Tracy Carlson
The Hitchhiker
1983
as Leesa White
St. Elsewhere
1982
Quest for Fire
1981
as Ika
The Top of the Hill
1980
as Rita
Stony Island
1978
as Janetta
The Whiz Kid and the Mystery at Riverton
1974
as Greta